Ukiah, CA → Wichita, KS · Cross-country move

Movers from Ukiah to Wichita

About 1,651 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,650–$9,890, delivery in 5–10 days, 15 carriers on the Ukiah side and 118 in Wichita.

1,651 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,650–$9,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ukiah, California
To: Wichita, Kansas
Road distance: ≈ 1,651 miles (1,399 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 15 (3 interstate)
Movers at destination: 118 (74 interstate)

Reverse: Wichita → Ukiah

Wichita sits about 1,651 miles east of Ukiah, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Kansas 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 $6,650 to $9,890 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Ukiah side there are 15 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (3 of them authorized for interstate work), and 118 around Wichita (74 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 Wichita.

Ukiah has a population of about 17,000 and Wichita about 400,987. Ukiah is considerably denser (3,484 people per square mile versus 2,454), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Kansas than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Ukiah to Wichita

Full-service estimate for 1,651 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,660	$3,240	$3,960
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,990	$4,870	$5,940
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,650	$8,110	$9,890
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,640	$12,980	$15,830
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,630	$17,840	$21,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,300–$3,240

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

Portable container

$2,490–$3,670

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

Full-service mover

$6,650–$9,890

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Ukiah (origin)

Gentle Hands Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alfred W Lee

USDOT: 1827764
MC: 850930
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (707) 937-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hiatt And Hiatt

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Hiatt Logging INC

USDOT: 2603700
Based in: Boonville, CA 95415 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 895-3661 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Organics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3221898
Based in: Redwood Vly, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (707) 485-7947 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kleon Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4479802
MC: 1769150
Based in: Ukiah, CA 95482 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 671-5989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbs Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4324101
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (707) 367-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norcal Lastmile LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3299864
MC: 1047841
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 34 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (817) 291-5049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alder Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayson I Berger

USDOT: 2808819
MC: 942674
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 964-7917 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4271838
MC: 1659135
Based in: Clearlake, CA 95422 (32 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (925) 844-3247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Ukiah

Near Wichita (destination)

Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Prestige Services LLC

USDOT: 4294755
MC: 1671693
Based in: Wichita, KS 67205 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8,290 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (316) 871-7214 Route Verify on FMCSA

Air Capitol Delivery & Whse

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Air Capitol Delivery & Warehouse LLC

USDOT: 896370
MC: 389874
Based in: Park City, KS 67204 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (316) 491-5758 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hamilton Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 472800
MC: 250889
Based in: Valley Center, KS 67147 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (316) 755-3050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Oz LLC

USDOT: 2277955
MC: 796879
Based in: Wichita, KS 67212 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (316) 558-5588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Garcia Trucken LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1741702
MC: 820041
Based in: Haysville, KS 67060 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (316) 648-1673 Route Verify on FMCSA

King'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 957078
MC: 496214
Based in: Wichita, KS 67216 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (316) 524-9191 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: American Movers LLC

USDOT: 1698749
MC: 946526
Based in: Wichita, KS 67213 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (316) 409-2846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morris Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2067901
MC: 731338
Based in: Goddard, KS 67052 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (316) 993-7780 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 118 movers in Wichita

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ukiah to Wichita?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,660 to $3,960 for a studio, $3,990 to $5,940 for a one-bedroom, $6,650 to $9,890 for a two-bedroom, $10,640 to $15,830 for a three-bedroom and $14,630 to $21,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wichita from Ukiah?

About 1,651 road miles (1,399 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 California into Kansas 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 Ukiah to Wichita?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,300 to $3,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,490 to $3,670. 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 Ukiah–Wichita corridor.