Mesquite, TX → Cape Girardeau, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Mesquite to Cape Girardeau

About 598 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,480–$5,180, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,504 carriers on the Mesquite side and 58 in Cape Girardeau.

598 miroad distance
11 h 1 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,480–$5,1802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Mesquite, Texas
To: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 598 miles (507 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 1 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,504 (636 interstate)
Movers at destination: 58 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Cape Girardeau → Mesquite

The route from Mesquite, TX to Cape Girardeau, MO covers roughly 598 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $3,480 to $5,180 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 11 h 1 min.

On the Mesquite side there are 1,504 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (636 of them authorized for interstate work), and 58 around Cape Girardeau (45 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Cape Girardeau.

Mesquite has a population of about 150,693 and Cape Girardeau about 40,000. Mesquite is considerably denser (3,095 people per square mile versus 1,351), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Missouri does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Mesquite to Cape Girardeau

Full-service estimate for 598 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,390	$1,700	$2,070
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,090	$2,550	$3,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,480	$4,240	$5,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,570	$6,790	$8,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,660	$9,340	$11,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$910–$1,290

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,550–$2,280

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$3,480–$5,180

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Mesquite (origin)

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 79466
MC: 150578
Based in: Dallas, TX 75227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 216-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974754
MC: 1486376
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Container Service

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Eddie Hale INC

USDOT: 688098
MC: 243465
Based in: Balch Springs, TX 75180 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (972) 286-1606 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,504 movers in Mesquite

Near Cape Girardeau (destination)

Buchheit Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Buchheit Trucking Service INC

USDOT: 71052
MC: 171405
Based in: Scott City, MO 63780 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 264-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Day Transfer Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2441154
MC: 72958
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 335-3327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spartan Truck Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spartan Truck Lines LLC

USDOT: 1713485
MC: 1090386
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (573) 803-1407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jerry Lipps INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 77535
MC: 118959
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63702 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 335-8204 Verify on FMCSA

Flc Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2786450
MC: 928695
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (417) 302-1201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Helpers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: We R Helpers Incorporated

USDOT: 1542321
MC: 682631
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (573) 335-4357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crutsinger Feed & Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Larry J Crutsinger Jr & Angela C Crutsinger

USDOT: 834650
MC: 429255
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (573) 803-1335 Route Verify on FMCSA

H2os Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2405757
MC: 827659
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 579-8809 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Cape Girardeau

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Cape Girardeau if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Mesquite to Cape Girardeau?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,390 to $2,070 for a studio, $2,090 to $3,110 for a one-bedroom, $3,480 to $5,180 for a two-bedroom, $5,570 to $8,290 for a three-bedroom and $7,660 to $11,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cape Girardeau from Mesquite?

About 598 road miles (507 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 1 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Missouri makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Mesquite to Cape Girardeau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $910 to $1,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,550 to $2,280. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Mesquite–Cape Girardeau corridor.