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Modesto, CA → Branson, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to Branson

About 1,797 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,930–$10,320, delivery in 5–10 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 19 in Branson.

  • 1,797 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,930–$10,3202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,797 miles (1,523 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination
19 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Branson → Modesto

The route from Modesto, CA to Branson, MO covers roughly 1,797 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 $6,930 to $10,320 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Modesto side there are 392 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (205 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Branson (13 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 Branson.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Branson about 13,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 592), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Branson

Full-service estimate for 1,797 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,770 $3,380 $4,130
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,160 $5,070 $6,190
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,930 $8,460 $10,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,090 $13,530 $16,500
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,250 $18,600 $22,690

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,450–$3,450

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

Portable container

$2,620–$3,860

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

Full-service mover

$6,930–$10,320

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 Modesto (origin)

Bivio Transport And Logistics Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2611556
MC
22572
Based in
Ceres, CA 95307 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
120 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (209) 272-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shekinah Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3280009
MC
1036884
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
39 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (209) 616-3266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transbay Xpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1357829
MC
520713
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (209) 410-4077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2581361
MC
903865
Based in
Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (916) 275-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Modesto A1 Glass Company INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4521889
Based in
Modesto, CA 95350 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (209) 522-1172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobb Refrigerated Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
145920
MC
147824
Based in
Modesto, CA 95351 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (209) 576-0327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khodi Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2141804
MC
745315
Based in
Turlock, CA 95382 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (209) 648-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dino Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2896438
MC
973484
Based in
Keyes, CA 95328 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (916) 541-2371 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Modesto

Near Branson (destination)

Lnr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2109108
MC
735398
Based in
Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (417) 683-5456 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slapout Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3062295
MC
55984
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (870) 688-6801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jones Trucking Lines LLC

USDOT
2435892
MC
1570931
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (870) 416-1541 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Yankee Enterprises INC

USDOT
3624
MC
107803
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (870) 416-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Solid Rock Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3269704
MC
1032005
Based in
Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (417) 543-1223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordable Box Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jacob R Keller

USDOT
2455026
MC
847753
Based in
Galena, MO 65656 (16 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (417) 337-5200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pda Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1760410
MC
643614
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (870) 743-3078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cpnr Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cpnr Enterprises LLC

USDOT
3032013
MC
39892
Based in
Everton, AR 72633 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (870) 577-7468 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Branson

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Branson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,770 to $4,130 for a studio, $4,160 to $6,190 for a one-bedroom, $6,930 to $10,320 for a two-bedroom, $11,090 to $16,500 for a three-bedroom and $15,250 to $22,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Branson from Modesto?

About 1,797 road miles (1,523 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 California 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 Modesto to Branson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,450 to $3,450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,620 to $3,860. 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 Modesto–Branson corridor.