Moreno Valley, CA → Kansas City, KS · Cross-country move

Movers from Moreno Valley to Kansas City

About 1,527 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,440–$9,580, delivery in 5–10 days, 861 carriers on the Moreno Valley side and 421 in Kansas City.

1,527 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,440–$9,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Moreno Valley, California
To: Kansas City, Kansas
Road distance: ≈ 1,527 miles (1,294 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 861 (478 interstate)
Movers at destination: 421 (339 interstate)

Reverse: Kansas City → Moreno Valley

Moving from Moreno Valley to Kansas City is a cross-country move of roughly 1,527 road miles, heading northeast from California to Kansas.

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 $6,440 to $9,580 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 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Moreno Valley side there are 861 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (478 of them authorized for interstate work), and 421 around Kansas City (339 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 Kansas City.

Moreno Valley has a population of about 214,263 and Kansas City about 157,805. Moreno Valley is considerably denser (4,067 people per square mile versus 1,256), 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 Moreno Valley to Kansas City

Full-service estimate for 1,527 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,570	$3,140	$3,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,860	$4,710	$5,750
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,440	$7,850	$9,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,300	$12,560	$15,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,160	$17,270	$21,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$6,440–$9,580

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Moreno Valley (origin)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2408861
MC: 1099783
Based in: Riverside, CA 92518 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 107 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (951) 601-5701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Superior Tank Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: So Cal Petroleum Transport INC

USDOT: 1151662
MC: 464864
Based in: Colton, CA 92324 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (909) 430-0855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pointdirect Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461971
MC: 850730
Based in: Perris, CA 92570 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 371-0837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fames Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fames Transport INC

USDOT: 1239730
MC: 838202
Based in: San Bernardino, CA 92408 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (760) 784-5311 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 606156
MC: 291801
Based in: Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (909) 409-9147 Route Verify on FMCSA

F S C Trans

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2905768
MC: 977905
Based in: Riverside, CA 92503 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Route Verify on FMCSA

Avila'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2978440
MC: 12917
Based in: Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 439-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep America Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1851509
MC: 670887
Based in: Moreno Valley, CA 92557 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (951) 521-1568 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 861 movers in Moreno Valley

Near Kansas City (destination)

Associated Wholesale Grocers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 90053
MC: 319061
Based in: Kansas City, KS 66106 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 1,422 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (913) 288-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Belger Cartage Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 64159
MC: 66886
Based in: Kansas City, MO 64108 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 100 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (816) 474-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midwest Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Midwest Express Corporation

USDOT: 264809
MC: 179486
Based in: Lenexa, KS 66215 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 98 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (913) 573-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Convoy Systems LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 230360
MC: 167183
Based in: Kansas City, KS 66118 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (913) 371-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

You Move Me

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ymm Interstate LLC

USDOT: 3964808
MC: 1479739
Based in: Lenexa, KS 66215 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (913) 820-7472 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rmjk Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3013620
MC: 30465
Based in: Kansas City, KS 66118 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (913) 281-4040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pod Logistics Incorporated

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3037609
MC: 43068
Based in: Kansas City, MO 64120 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (806) 412-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & S Enterprise Of Kansas City INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2116647
MC: 737778
Based in: Kansas City, MO 64120 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (816) 241-3666 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 421 movers in Kansas City

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Kansas City accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Moreno Valley to Kansas City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,570 to $3,830 for a studio, $3,860 to $5,750 for a one-bedroom, $6,440 to $9,580 for a two-bedroom, $10,300 to $15,320 for a three-bedroom and $14,160 to $21,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kansas City from Moreno Valley?

About 1,527 road miles (1,294 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 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 Moreno Valley to Kansas City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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 Moreno Valley–Kansas City corridor.