Minneapolis, MN

Wichita, KS → Minneapolis, MN · Long-distance move

Movers from Wichita to Minneapolis

About 643 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,660–$5,450, delivery in 2–5 days, 118 carriers on the Wichita side and 1,248 in Minneapolis.

  • 643 miroad distance
  • 11 h 47 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,660–$5,4502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 643 miles (545 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 47 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
118 (74 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,248 (529 interstate)

Reverse: Minneapolis → Wichita

The route from Wichita, KS to Minneapolis, MN covers roughly 643 miles by road, a north-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 $3,660 to $5,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 11 h 47 min.

On the Wichita side there are 118 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (74 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,248 around Minneapolis (529 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 Minneapolis.

Wichita has a population of about 400,987 and Minneapolis about 430,324. Minneapolis is the denser city (7,962 people per square mile versus 2,454 in Wichita), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Minnesota 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 Wichita to Minneapolis

Full-service estimate for 643 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,460 $1,790 $2,180
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,200 $2,680 $3,270
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,660 $4,470 $5,450
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,860 $7,150 $8,720
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,060 $9,830 $11,990

Rental truck (DIY)

$960–$1,360

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

Portable container

$1,590–$2,340

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

Full-service mover

$3,660–$5,450

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 Wichita (origin)

Transport

Licensed interstate
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

Air Capitol Delivery & Whse

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

Two Men And A Truck

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

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

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

American Movers

Licensed interstate
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

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

All 118 movers in Wichita

Near Minneapolis (destination)

Bay And Bay

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125630
MC
87231
Based in
Eagan, MN 55121 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
360 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Berger Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125665
MC
35358
Based in
Saint Paul, MN 55113 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
221 trucks, 216 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Dli

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
618375
MC
700327
Based in
Oakdale, MN 55128 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
213 trucks, 213 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Sleep Number

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1245045
MC
1516428
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55404 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Statewide Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4167647
MC
1602419
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55432 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
145 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Big Blue Boxes

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
978545
MC
451529
Based in
New Brighton, MN 55112 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
113 trucks, 104 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Jefferson Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
116763
MC
252540
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55404 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
108 trucks, 133 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Ygtc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1514687
MC
1151708
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55402 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
79 trucks, 224 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 1,248 movers in Minneapolis

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,460 to $2,180 for a studio, $2,200 to $3,270 for a one-bedroom, $3,660 to $5,450 for a two-bedroom, $5,860 to $8,720 for a three-bedroom and $8,060 to $11,990 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Minneapolis from Wichita?

About 643 road miles (545 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 47 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Minnesota 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 Wichita to Minneapolis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $960 to $1,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,590 to $2,340. 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 Wichita–Minneapolis corridor.