Springfield, MO

Tucson, AZ → Springfield, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Tucson to Springfield

About 1,246 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,130–$7,630, delivery in 3–7 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 135 in Springfield.

  • 1,246 miroad distance
  • 22 h 11 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,130–$7,6302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,246 miles (1,056 straight-line)
Drive time
22 h 11 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination
135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Tucson

The route from Tucson, AZ to Springfield, MO covers roughly 1,246 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the 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 $5,130 to $7,630 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 11 min.

On the Tucson side there are 212 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 135 around Springfield (106 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 Springfield.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and Springfield about 169,847. The two cities have comparable density (2,252 and 2,053 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in Arizona, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Tucson to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 1,246 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,050 $2,500 $3,050
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,080 $3,750 $4,580
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,130 $6,250 $7,630
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,210 $10,010 $12,210
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,280 $13,760 $16,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,730–$2,440

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

Portable container

$2,130–$3,140

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

Full-service mover

$5,130–$7,630

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Tucson (origin)

Zip Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4151097
MC
1593569
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85711 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Master Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2901058
MC
975882
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85713 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

T & F Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3984724
MC
1493048
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Tucson Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
240099
MC
176034
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Zana Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376259
MC
815702
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Reynolds Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1535483
MC
571698
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Mr Frogs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2471491
MC
852728
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Tucson Freight Connection LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1159610
MC
478351
Based in
Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near Springfield (destination)

Transland

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614326
MC
294707
Based in
Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
199 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Blc Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1573208
MC
582690
Based in
Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
160 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Sgc Foodservice

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3849
MC
649433
Based in
Springfield, MO 65807 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
149 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Sierra Expediting INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1523843
MC
568961
Based in
Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
123 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Sierra Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3079298
MC
65737
Based in
Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

B & M Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1632357
MC
601951
Based in
Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Sentry Motor Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
876428
MC
383887
Based in
Willard, MO 65781 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Reznik Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2427133
MC
836389
Based in
Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 135 movers in Springfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,050 to $3,050 for a studio, $3,080 to $4,580 for a one-bedroom, $5,130 to $7,630 for a two-bedroom, $8,210 to $12,210 for a three-bedroom and $11,280 to $16,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Tucson?

About 1,246 road miles (1,056 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 11 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Arizona into Missouri 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 Tucson to Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,730 to $2,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,130 to $3,140. 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 Tucson–Springfield corridor.