Topeka, KS → Lawrence, KS · Local move

Movers from Topeka to Lawrence

About 28 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,060–$1,580, delivery in 0–1 days, 37 carriers on the Topeka side and 17 in Lawrence.

28 miroad distance
53 mindriving time
0–1 daysdelivery window
$1,060–$1,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Topeka, Kansas
To: Lawrence, Kansas
Road distance: ≈ 28 miles (24 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 min
Delivery window: 0–1 days
Move type: In-state (Kansas)
Movers at origin: 37 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 17 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Lawrence → Topeka

Lawrence sits about 28 miles east of Topeka, 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 53 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,060 and $1,580, before packing or storage.

On the Topeka side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 of them authorized for interstate work), and 17 around Lawrence (14 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 Lawrence.

Topeka has a population of about 125,795 and Lawrence about 95,000. Lawrence is the denser city (2,772 people per square mile versus 2,062 in Topeka), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Topeka to Lawrence

Full-service estimate for 28 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$560	$680	$840
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$660	$810	$980
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,060	$1,300	$1,580
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,660	$2,020	$2,460
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,480	$3,030	$3,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$180–$250

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

Portable container

$1,040–$1,540

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

Full-service mover

$1,060–$1,580

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Topeka (origin)

Savannah Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 684806
MC: 318425
Based in: Topeka, KS 66618 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (801) 563-0100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Logistics Kansas LLC

USDOT: 2269408
MC: 774930
Based in: Topeka, KS 66608 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (785) 379-3719 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rojo INC

USDOT: 3286258
MC: 1425657
Based in: Topeka, KS 66609 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (913) 707-6589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tmw Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3635353
MC: 1247092
Based in: Topeka, KS 66612 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (913) 440-0135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayhawker LLC

USDOT: 3563094
MC: 1197430
Based in: Topeka, KS 66618 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (785) 783-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty Grist Demolition

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marty Grist

USDOT: 948131
MC: 406456
Based in: Topeka, KS 66609 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (785) 249-0407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Techno Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2478715
MC: 939555
Based in: Topeka, KS 66614 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (785) 806-0099 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbt Williams

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jbt Williams LLC

USDOT: 4521199
MC: 1791387
Based in: Topeka, KS 66604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 301-8172 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Topeka

Near Lawrence (destination)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1380572
MC: 745731
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 312-0351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1644908
MC: 616036
Based in: Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917983
MC: 397078
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (785) 842-1115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bcv Moving On LLC

USDOT: 768024
MC: 345177
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (785) 749-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996368
MC: 727907
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (913) 645-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1397728
MC: 530604
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 218-3406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3516994
MC: 1176725
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (702) 981-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Door2door Movers LLC

USDOT: 4517072
MC: 1789178
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 200-8777 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Lawrence

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Topeka to Lawrence?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $560 to $840 for a studio, $660 to $980 for a one-bedroom, $1,060 to $1,580 for a two-bedroom, $1,660 to $2,460 for a three-bedroom and $2,480 to $3,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lawrence from Topeka?

About 28 road miles (24 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Topeka and Lawrence are in Kansas, 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Topeka to Lawrence?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $180 to $250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,040 to $1,540. 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 Topeka–Lawrence corridor.