Springfield, MO → Branson, MO · Local move
About 47 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,160–$1,730, delivery in 0–1 days, 135 carriers on the Springfield side and 19 in Branson.
Branson sits about 47 miles south of Springfield, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a local move.
Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 28 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,160 and $1,730, before packing or storage.
On the Springfield side there are 135 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (106 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Branson (13 interstate). For an in-state 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 Branson.
Springfield has a population of about 169,847 and Branson about 13,000. Springfield is considerably denser (2,053 people per square mile versus 592), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Crew | Hours | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers | 3–5 h | $630 | $770 | $940 |
| 1 Bedroom | 2 movers | 4–6 h | $730 | $890 | $1,090 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 3 movers | 5–8 h | $1,160 | $1,420 | $1,730 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 4 movers | 7–10 h | $1,780 | $2,170 | $2,650 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 5 movers | 9–13 h | $2,640 | $3,220 | $3,930 |
$200–$280
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,060–$1,560
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$1,160–$1,730
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $630 to $940 for a studio, $730 to $1,090 for a one-bedroom, $1,160 to $1,730 for a two-bedroom, $1,780 to $2,650 for a three-bedroom and $2,640 to $3,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 47 road miles (40 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 28 min.
For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.
No. Because both Springfield and Branson are in Missouri, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $200 to $280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,060 to $1,560. 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.
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 Springfield–Branson corridor.