Springfield, MO → Independence, MO · Regional long-distance move
About 168 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,050–$3,060, delivery in 1–2 days, 135 carriers on the Springfield side and 214 in Independence.
The route from Springfield, MO to Independence, MO covers roughly 168 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,050 to $3,060 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 36 min.
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 214 around Independence (159 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 Independence.
Springfield has a population of about 169,847 and Independence about 121,675. Springfield is considerably denser (2,053 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,160 | $1,410 | $1,720 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,230 | $1,500 | $1,830 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,050 | $2,500 | $3,060 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,290 | $4,010 | $4,890 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,520 | $5,510 | $6,720 |
$320–$460
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,170–$1,720
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,050–$3,060
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 $1,160 to $1,720 for a studio, $1,230 to $1,830 for a one-bedroom, $2,050 to $3,060 for a two-bedroom, $3,290 to $4,890 for a three-bedroom and $4,520 to $6,720 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 168 road miles (143 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 36 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.
No. Because both Springfield and Independence 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 $320 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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–Independence corridor.