Modesto, CA → Hutchinson, KS · Long-distance move

Movers from Modesto to Hutchinson

About 1,483 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,340–$9,440, delivery in 3–7 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 21 in Hutchinson.

1,483 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,340–$9,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Hutchinson, Kansas
Road distance: ≈ 1,483 miles (1,257 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination: 21 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Hutchinson → Modesto

The route from Modesto, CA to Hutchinson, KS covers roughly 1,483 miles by road, a east-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 $6,340 to $9,440 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 26 hours (3 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 21 around Hutchinson (15 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 Hutchinson.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Hutchinson about 40,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 1,628), 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 Kansas 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 Hutchinson

Full-service estimate for 1,483 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,540	$3,090	$3,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,810	$4,640	$5,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,340	$7,740	$9,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,150	$12,380	$15,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,960	$17,020	$20,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,120–$3,000

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

Portable container

$2,340–$3,450

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

Full-service mover

$6,340–$9,440

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 Hutchinson (destination)

Sturdi-Bilt

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Sturdi Bilt Storage Barns INC

USDOT: 686381
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (620) 663-2288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hershberger Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2203765
MC: 764665
Based in: Buhler, KS 67522 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (620) 543-2990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pelkey Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pelkey LLC

USDOT: 1576340
MC: 807128
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (620) 727-0441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fifth Wheel Yard & Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1439045
MC: 543763
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67502 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (620) 200-0161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Titan

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Titan Always Delivers LLC

USDOT: 3869702
MC: 1416343
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (620) 960-9896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kjb Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3131693
MC: 93492
Based in: Inman, KS 67546 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (620) 242-6554 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truth Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4000094
MC: 1503123
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (267) 326-5497 Route Verify on FMCSA

Childs Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4272049
MC: 1659255
Based in: Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (505) 619-5328 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 21 movers in Hutchinson

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,780 for a studio, $3,810 to $5,660 for a one-bedroom, $6,340 to $9,440 for a two-bedroom, $10,150 to $15,100 for a three-bedroom and $13,960 to $20,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hutchinson from Modesto?

About 1,483 road miles (1,257 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Kansas 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 Hutchinson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,120 to $3,000 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,340 to $3,450. 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–Hutchinson corridor.