Riverside, CA → Springfield, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Riverside to Springfield

About 1,616 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,620–$9,850, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,224 carriers on the Riverside side and 135 in Springfield.

1,616 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,620–$9,8502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Riverside, California
To: Springfield, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 1,616 miles (1,369 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,224 (674 interstate)
Movers at destination: 135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Riverside

Springfield sits about 1,616 miles east of Riverside, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Missouri that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,620 to $9,850 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 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Riverside side there are 1,224 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (674 of them authorized for interstate work), and 135 around Springfield (106 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 Springfield.

Riverside has a population of about 323,057 and Springfield about 169,847. Riverside is considerably denser (3,879 people per square mile versus 2,053), 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 Riverside to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 1,616 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,650	$3,230	$3,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,970	$4,840	$5,910
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,620	$8,070	$9,850
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,590	$12,920	$15,760
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,570	$17,760	$21,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,190

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,620

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

Full-service mover

$6,620–$9,850

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 Riverside (origin)

Sysco Riverside INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2408861
MC: 1099783
Based in: Riverside, CA 92518 (7 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

Ttl

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Total Transportation Logistics INC

USDOT: 2739945
MC: 1129944
Based in: Corona, CA 92881 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

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

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376402
MC: 815769
Based in: Fontana, CA 92337 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1782985
MC: 650038
Based in: Riverside, CA 92505 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (909) 356-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT: 3038921
MC: 60287
Based in: Fontana, CA 92335 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,224 movers in Riverside

Near Springfield (destination)

Transland

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tcsi-Transland INC

USDOT: 614326
MC: 294707
Based in: Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 199 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (417) 864-5710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blc Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1573208
MC: 582690
Based in: Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 160 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (417) 730-1360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sgc Foodservice

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Springfield Grocer Company

USDOT: 3849
MC: 649433
Based in: Springfield, MO 65807 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 149 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (417) 883-4230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sierra Expediting INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1523843
MC: 568961
Based in: Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 123 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (916) 818-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sierra Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3079298
MC: 65737
Based in: Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (916) 818-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & M Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1632357
MC: 601951
Based in: Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (860) 349-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sentry Motor Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 876428
MC: 383887
Based in: Willard, MO 65781 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (479) 420-1039 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reznik Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2427133
MC: 836389
Based in: Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (916) 877-8555 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 135 movers in Springfield

Tips for this move

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Riverside to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,650 to $3,940 for a studio, $3,970 to $5,910 for a one-bedroom, $6,620 to $9,850 for a two-bedroom, $10,590 to $15,760 for a three-bedroom and $14,570 to $21,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Riverside?

About 1,616 road miles (1,369 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Riverside to Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,620. 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 Riverside–Springfield corridor.