Wichita, KS

Reno, NV → Wichita, KS · Long-distance move

Movers from Reno to Wichita

About 1,438 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,650–$8,410, delivery in 3–7 days, 81 carriers on the Reno side and 118 in Wichita.

  • 1,438 miroad distance
  • 25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,650–$8,4102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,438 miles (1,218 straight-line)
Drive time
25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
81 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
118 (74 interstate)

Reverse: Wichita → Reno

The route from Reno, NV to Wichita, KS covers roughly 1,438 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 $5,650 to $8,410 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Reno side there are 81 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 of them authorized for interstate work), and 118 around Wichita (74 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 Wichita.

Reno has a population of about 283,621 and Wichita about 400,987. The two cities have comparable density (2,428 and 2,454 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Kansas than in Nevada, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Kansas does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Reno to Wichita

Full-service estimate for 1,438 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,260 $2,760 $3,360
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,390 $4,140 $5,050
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,650 $6,890 $8,410
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,040 $11,030 $13,450
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,430 $15,160 $18,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,080–$2,930

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

Portable container

$2,300–$3,390

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

Full-service mover

$5,650–$8,410

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Reno (origin)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1491614
MC
644134
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
84 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

California Sierra Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
363648
MC
222282
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Sema Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3245513
MC
1020268
Based in
Reno, NV 89501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate
USDOT
80232
MC
98286
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3387545
MC
1088202
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Jbc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2473334
MC
855362
Based in
Reno, NV 89506 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Two Men And A Truck Of Reno Nevada

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3303833
MC
1048274
Based in
Reno, NV 89511 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

O'Brien'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
30611
MC
109375
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 81 movers in Reno

Near Wichita (destination)

Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4294755
MC
1671693
Based in
Wichita, KS 67205 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8,290 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Air Capitol Delivery & Whse

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
896370
MC
389874
Based in
Park City, KS 67204 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Hamilton Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
472800
MC
250889
Based in
Valley Center, KS 67147 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2277955
MC
796879
Based in
Wichita, KS 67212 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Garcia Trucken LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1741702
MC
820041
Based in
Haysville, KS 67060 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

King'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
957078
MC
496214
Based in
Wichita, KS 67216 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

American Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1698749
MC
946526
Based in
Wichita, KS 67213 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Morris Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2067901
MC
731338
Based in
Goddard, KS 67052 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 118 movers in Wichita

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Reno to Wichita?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,260 to $3,360 for a studio, $3,390 to $5,050 for a one-bedroom, $5,650 to $8,410 for a two-bedroom, $9,040 to $13,450 for a three-bedroom and $12,430 to $18,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wichita from Reno?

About 1,438 road miles (1,218 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 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 Nevada 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 Reno to Wichita?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,080 to $2,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,300 to $3,390. 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 Reno–Wichita corridor.