Missoula, MT → Cape Girardeau, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Missoula to Cape Girardeau

About 1,663 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,940–$8,830, delivery in 5–10 days, 35 carriers on the Missoula side and 58 in Cape Girardeau.

1,663 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,940–$8,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Missoula, Montana
To: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 1,663 miles (1,410 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 58 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Cape Girardeau → Missoula

The route from Missoula, MT to Cape Girardeau, MO covers roughly 1,663 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $5,940 to $8,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Missoula side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 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.

Missoula has a population of about 76,000 and Cape Girardeau about 40,000. Missoula is considerably denser (2,111 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.

Cost of moving from Missoula to Cape Girardeau

Full-service estimate for 1,663 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,370	$2,900	$3,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,560	$4,340	$5,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,940	$7,240	$8,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,500	$11,580	$14,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,060	$15,930	$19,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,260

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

Portable container

$2,500–$3,680

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

Full-service mover

$5,940–$8,830

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Missoula (origin)

Dsv Road Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 30161
MC: 124692
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 421 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (406) 728-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Transfer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Montana Transfer & Storage INC

USDOT: 514197
MC: 121089
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (406) 728-8080 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Lanes Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 917105
MC: 403277
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (406) 251-7198 Route Verify on FMCSA

Biketernity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3798296
MC: 1366116
Based in: Missoula, MT 59803 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (508) 864-1308 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Montana

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darom LLC

USDOT: 2966913
MC: 7978
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (406) 251-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Roadside Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3331492
MC: 1061736
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 239-7596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Sky Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Igor F Babak

USDOT: 1432706
MC: 541357
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (406) 531-8979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosetti Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1749270
MC: 640376
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (406) 570-2642 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Missoula

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 about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,370 to $3,530 for a studio, $3,560 to $5,300 for a one-bedroom, $5,940 to $8,830 for a two-bedroom, $9,500 to $14,130 for a three-bedroom and $13,060 to $19,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cape Girardeau from Missoula?

About 1,663 road miles (1,410 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Montana 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 Missoula to Cape Girardeau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,500 to $3,680. 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 Missoula–Cape Girardeau corridor.