Topeka, KS → Newton, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Topeka to Newton

About 1,532 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,300–$9,370, delivery in 5–10 days, 37 carriers on the Topeka side and 456 in Newton.

1,532 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,300–$9,3702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Topeka, Kansas
To: Newton, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 1,532 miles (1,298 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 37 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 456 (267 interstate)

Reverse: Newton → Topeka

Newton sits about 1,532 miles east of Topeka, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kansas to Massachusetts that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,300 to $9,370 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

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 456 around Newton (267 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 Newton.

Topeka has a population of about 125,795 and Newton about 89,000. Newton is the denser city (4,988 people per square mile versus 2,062 in Topeka), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Topeka to Newton

Full-service estimate for 1,532 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,520	$3,070	$3,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,780	$4,610	$5,620
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,300	$7,680	$9,370
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,080	$12,290	$14,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,860	$16,900	$20,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,070

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

Portable container

$2,390–$3,510

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

Full-service mover

$6,300–$9,370

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 Newton (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 338113
MC: 830455
Based in: Boston, MA 02110 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gentle Giant Interstate Company LLC

USDOT: 373544
MC: 218762
Based in: Winchester, MA 01890 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (617) 661-3333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT: 597632
MC: 288585
Based in: Watertown, MA 02472 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT: 387213
MC: 158735
Based in: Randolph, MA 02368 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3461366
MC: 1129943
Based in: Cambridge, MA 02141 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9354
MC: 277023
Based in: Lexington, MA 02420 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1696867
MC: 623045
Based in: Everett, MA 02149 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Speed Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3460758
MC: 1139822
Based in: West Roxbury, MA 02132 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 905-7276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 456 movers in Newton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,520 to $3,750 for a studio, $3,780 to $5,620 for a one-bedroom, $6,300 to $9,370 for a two-bedroom, $10,080 to $14,990 for a three-bedroom and $13,860 to $20,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newton from Topeka?

About 1,532 road miles (1,298 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Kansas into Massachusetts 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 Topeka to Newton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,070 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,390 to $3,510. 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–Newton corridor.