South Bend, IN → Hutchinson, KS · Long-distance move

Movers from South Bend to Hutchinson

About 785 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,820–$5,690, delivery in 2–5 days, 173 carriers on the South Bend side and 21 in Hutchinson.

785 miroad distance
14 h 14 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,820–$5,6902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: South Bend, Indiana
To: Hutchinson, Kansas
Road distance: ≈ 785 miles (665 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 14 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 173 (134 interstate)
Movers at destination: 21 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Hutchinson → South Bend

Hutchinson sits about 785 miles west of South Bend, which makes this an interstate relocation from Indiana to Kansas that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $3,820 to $5,690 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 14 min.

On the South Bend side there are 173 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (134 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.

South Bend has a population of about 103,201 and Hutchinson about 40,000. South Bend is considerably denser (2,463 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.

Cost of moving from South Bend to Hutchinson

Full-service estimate for 785 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,530	$1,870	$2,280
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,290	$2,800	$3,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,690
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,120	$7,460	$9,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,410	$10,260	$12,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,110–$1,560

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

Portable container

$1,720–$2,530

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

Full-service mover

$3,820–$5,690

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near South Bend (origin)

K & B Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 75914
MC: 1184
Based in: Elkhart, IN 46517 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (574) 389-1986 Route Verify on FMCSA

C W Leasing And Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 573816
MC: 279857
Based in: South Bend, IN 46614 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (574) 231-0881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bettchers US Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: US Truck & Trailer Service INC

USDOT: 2102979
MC: 733462
Based in: Lakeville, IN 46536 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (574) 784-8264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kovac Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1299125
MC: 504038
Based in: Mishawaka, IN 46544 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (574) 234-4805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1473865
MC: 556503
Based in: New Carlisle, IN 46552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (574) 654-8058 Route Verify on FMCSA

Golden Waffles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: New Carbon Company LLC

USDOT: 1486479
MC: 1700967
Based in: South Bend, IN 46628 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (574) 850-3609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobalt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3600277
MC: 1222643
Based in: South Bend, IN 46637 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (574) 404-1710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fire Bins

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbhim LLC

USDOT: 4437382
MC: 1746836
Based in: Granger, IN 46530 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (574) 532-4849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 173 movers in South Bend

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

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.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from South Bend to Hutchinson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,530 to $2,280 for a studio, $2,290 to $3,410 for a one-bedroom, $3,820 to $5,690 for a two-bedroom, $6,120 to $9,100 for a three-bedroom and $8,410 to $12,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hutchinson from South Bend?

About 785 road miles (665 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Indiana 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 South Bend to Hutchinson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,110 to $1,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,720 to $2,530. 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 South Bend–Hutchinson corridor.