Rochester, NY → Hutchinson, KS · Long-distance move

Movers from Rochester to Hutchinson

About 1,319 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,820–$8,660, delivery in 3–7 days, 306 carriers on the Rochester side and 21 in Hutchinson.

1,319 miroad distance
23 h 27 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,820–$8,6602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rochester, New York
To: Hutchinson, Kansas
Road distance: ≈ 1,319 miles (1,118 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 27 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 306 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination: 21 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Hutchinson → Rochester

The route from Rochester, NY to Hutchinson, KS covers roughly 1,319 miles by road, a west-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 $5,820 to $8,660 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 23 h 27 min.

On the Rochester side there are 306 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 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.

Rochester has a population of about 206,108 and Hutchinson about 40,000. Rochester is considerably denser (5,903 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 New York, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Rochester to Hutchinson

Full-service estimate for 1,319 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,330	$2,840	$3,460
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,490	$4,260	$5,200
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,820	$7,100	$8,660
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,310	$11,360	$13,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,800	$15,610	$19,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,810–$2,550

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

Portable container

$2,200–$3,230

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

Full-service mover

$5,820–$8,660

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 Rochester (origin)

US Commercial Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1858362
MC: 663221
Based in: Rochester, NY 14621 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 301 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (585) 266-1404 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wegmans Food Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 185452
MC: 152450
Based in: Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 216 trucks, 387 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (585) 279-4312 Route Verify on FMCSA

Custom Courier Solutions INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1612855
Based in: Rochester, NY 14606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (585) 568-1309 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargo Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2346265
MC: 802875
Based in: Rochester, NY 14626 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (585) 745-0216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2363517
MC: 810160
Based in: Rochester, NY 14613 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (585) 672-1496 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amj Home Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amj Hd 23 INC

USDOT: 4058921
MC: 1539704
Based in: Rochester, NY 14623 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (905) 670-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sheridan Brothers Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1203584
MC: 489094
Based in: Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (585) 254-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Juan C Medina DBA Rogue Logistic

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roque Logistic INC

USDOT: 3428666
MC: 1110266
Based in: Rochester, NY 14616 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 906-6164 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 306 movers in Rochester

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

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Hutchinson if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,330 to $3,460 for a studio, $3,490 to $5,200 for a one-bedroom, $5,820 to $8,660 for a two-bedroom, $9,310 to $13,850 for a three-bedroom and $12,800 to $19,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hutchinson from Rochester?

About 1,319 road miles (1,118 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 27 min.

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 New York 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 Rochester to Hutchinson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,810 to $2,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,200 to $3,230. 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 Rochester–Hutchinson corridor.