Wichita, KS → Reno, NV · Long-distance move

Movers from Wichita to Reno

About 1,438 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,650–$8,410, delivery in 3–7 days, 118 carriers on the Wichita side and 81 in Reno.

1,438 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,650–$8,4102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wichita, Kansas
To: Reno, Nevada
Road distance: ≈ 1,438 miles (1,218 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 118 (74 interstate)
Movers at destination: 81 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Reno → Wichita

Reno sits about 1,438 miles west of Wichita, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kansas to Nevada that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,650 to $8,410 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 81 around Reno (55 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 Reno.

Wichita has a population of about 400,987 and Reno about 283,621. The two cities have comparable density (2,454 and 2,428 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Nevada is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Wichita to Reno

Full-service estimate for 1,438 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,260	$2,760	$3,360
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,390	$4,140	$5,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,650	$6,890	$8,410
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,040	$11,030	$13,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,430	$15,160	$18,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,080–$2,930

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

Portable container

$2,300–$3,390

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

Full-service mover

$5,650–$8,410

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Wichita (origin)

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

Near Reno (destination)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1491614
MC: 644134
Based in: Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 84 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (775) 420-4774 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Sierra Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 363648
MC: 222282
Based in: Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (775) 856-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sema Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3245513
MC: 1020268
Based in: Reno, NV 89501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (916) 857-8382 Route Verify on FMCSA

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 80232
MC: 98286
Based in: Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (775) 225-0577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Renorelo Worldwide LLC

USDOT: 3387545
MC: 1088202
Based in: Reno, NV 89502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (775) 571-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2473334
MC: 855362
Based in: Reno, NV 89506 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (775) 830-1675 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Reno Nevada

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ra Moving LLC

USDOT: 3303833
MC: 1048274
Based in: Reno, NV 89511 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (775) 525-5973 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Brien'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 30611
MC: 109375
Based in: Sparks, NV 89431 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (775) 359-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Reno

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,260 to $3,360 for a studio, $3,390 to $5,050 for a one-bedroom, $5,650 to $8,410 for a two-bedroom, $9,040 to $13,450 for a three-bedroom and $12,430 to $18,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Reno from Wichita?

About 1,438 road miles (1,218 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 Kansas into Nevada 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 Reno?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,080 to $2,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,300 to $3,390. 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–Reno corridor.