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Independence, MO

Portland, OR → Independence, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Portland to Independence

About 1,775 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,360–$9,460, delivery in 5–10 days, 645 carriers on the Portland side and 214 in Independence.

  • 1,775 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,360–$9,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,775 miles (1,504 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
645 (474 interstate)
Movers at destination
214 (159 interstate)

Reverse: Independence → Portland

The route from Portland, OR to Independence, MO covers roughly 1,775 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 $6,360 to $9,460 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 Portland side there are 645 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (474 of them authorized for interstate work), and 214 around Independence (159 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 Independence.

Portland has a population of about 635,109 and Independence about 121,675. Portland is considerably denser (4,888 people per square mile versus 1,577), 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 Oregon, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Portland to Independence

Full-service estimate for 1,775 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,540 $3,100 $3,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,820 $4,650 $5,680
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,360 $7,760 $9,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,180 $12,410 $15,140
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,990 $17,060 $20,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,420–$3,420

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

Portable container

$2,600–$3,830

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

Full-service mover

$6,360–$9,460

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 Portland (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4282676
MC
1665063
Based in
Portland, OR 97239 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jacko Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2580906
MC
903633
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98665 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
245 trucks, 249 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (844) 307-8551 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asm LLC

USDOT
1863079
MC
722865
Based in
Portland, OR 97214 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (800) 362-4545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic & Pacific Freightways INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
381463
MC
204314
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98665 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
78 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (800) 628-6419 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
248002
MC
32882
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98661 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Call (360) 693-7477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363186
MC
810023
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98682 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (360) 719-5660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gforce Delivery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3436341
MC
1119093
Based in
Damascus, OR 97089 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (971) 219-8205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Airport Drayage Company INC

USDOT
61733
MC
581707
Based in
Portland, OR 97220 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (503) 253-3859 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in Portland

Near Independence (destination)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1499885
MC
563453
Based in
Independence, MO 64055 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (916) 515-8065 Route Verify on FMCSA

Belger Cartage Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
64159
MC
66886
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64108 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
100 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (816) 474-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pod Logistics Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3037609
MC
43068
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 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 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (816) 241-3666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jim'S Disposal Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jim'S Disposal Service LLC

USDOT
1290317
MC
875006
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
37 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (816) 221-1932 Route Verify on FMCSA

Twisted Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3370466
MC
1193839
Based in
Lees Summit, MO 64086 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (816) 643-3551 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Kc LLC

USDOT
3099844
MC
76862
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64133 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (816) 267-4576 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sia Intermodal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sia Transport LLC

USDOT
2097651
MC
731771
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Route Verify on FMCSA

All 214 movers in Independence

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Portland to Independence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,790 for a studio, $3,820 to $5,680 for a one-bedroom, $6,360 to $9,460 for a two-bedroom, $10,180 to $15,140 for a three-bedroom and $13,990 to $20,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Independence from Portland?

About 1,775 road miles (1,504 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 Oregon 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 Portland to Independence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,420 to $3,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,600 to $3,830. 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 Portland–Independence corridor.