Scranton, PA → Independence, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Scranton to Independence

About 1,176 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,910–$7,300, delivery in 3–7 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 214 in Independence.

1,176 miroad distance
20 h 59 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,910–$7,3002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scranton, Pennsylvania
To: Independence, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 1,176 miles (996 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 59 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 214 (159 interstate)

Reverse: Independence → Scranton

Moving from Scranton to Independence is a long-distance move of roughly 1,176 road miles, heading west from Pennsylvania to Missouri.

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 $4,910 to $7,300 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 20 h 59 min.

On the Scranton side there are 264 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 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.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and Independence about 121,675. Scranton is considerably denser (3,016 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.

Cost of moving from Scranton to Independence

Full-service estimate for 1,176 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,960	$2,390	$2,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,940	$3,590	$4,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,910	$5,980	$7,300
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,850	$9,580	$11,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,800	$13,170	$16,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,660–$2,340

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

Portable container

$2,070–$3,040

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

Full-service mover

$4,910–$7,300

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 Scranton (origin)

Bolus Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 38073
MC: 63838
Based in: Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 342-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nonr

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Id Logistics Freight Lines LLC

USDOT: 38161
MC: 99567
Based in: Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 344-9801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Naro Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 38205
MC: 138836
Based in: Covington Township, PA 18444 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 842-9273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burke Truckmen LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 240625
MC: 163376
Based in: Throop, PA 18512 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (570) 489-6940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dupont Motor Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 573781
MC: 275930
Based in: Yatesville, PA 18640 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (570) 457-6645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emiliani Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 701292
MC: 324538
Based in: Jessup, PA 18434 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (570) 291-0230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nepa Deliveries

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cadden Bros Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1807709
MC: 657017
Based in: Olyphant, PA 18447 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (570) 489-4005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Matheson Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 38187
MC: 70525
Based in: Forty Fort, PA 18704 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (570) 288-5469 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 264 movers in Scranton

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

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 Independence 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 Scranton to Independence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,960 to $2,920 for a studio, $2,940 to $4,380 for a one-bedroom, $4,910 to $7,300 for a two-bedroom, $7,850 to $11,680 for a three-bedroom and $10,800 to $16,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Independence from Scranton?

About 1,176 road miles (996 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 59 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 Pennsylvania 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 Scranton to Independence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,660 to $2,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,040. 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 Scranton–Independence corridor.