Wichita, KS → Richardson, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Wichita to Richardson

About 387 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,840–$4,230, delivery in 1–3 days, 118 carriers on the Wichita side and 1,078 in Richardson.

387 miroad distance
7 h 22 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,840–$4,2302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wichita, Kansas
To: Richardson, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 387 miles (328 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 22 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 118 (74 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,078 (453 interstate)

Reverse: Richardson → Wichita

Richardson sits about 387 miles south of Wichita, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kansas to Texas that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,840 to $4,230 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 22 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 1,078 around Richardson (453 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 Richardson.

Wichita has a population of about 400,987 and Richardson about 118,542. Richardson is the denser city (4,177 people per square mile versus 2,454 in Wichita), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Wichita to Richardson

Full-service estimate for 387 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,700	$2,080	$2,540
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,840	$3,460	$4,230
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,550	$5,540	$6,760
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,250	$7,620	$9,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$550–$770

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

Portable container

$1,370–$2,010

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

Full-service mover

$2,840–$4,230

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

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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

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 Richardson (destination)

Vss Transportation Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2545275
MC: 284464
Based in: Carrollton, TX 75006 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 400 trucks, 351 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (469) 568-6380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,078 movers in Richardson

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,700 to $2,540 for a one-bedroom, $2,840 to $4,230 for a two-bedroom, $4,550 to $6,760 for a three-bedroom and $6,250 to $9,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richardson from Wichita?

About 387 road miles (328 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 22 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Texas 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 Richardson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $550 to $770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,370 to $2,010. 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–Richardson corridor.