Yuma, AZ → Cape Girardeau, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Yuma to Cape Girardeau

About 1,709 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,070–$9,030, delivery in 5–10 days, 66 carriers on the Yuma side and 58 in Cape Girardeau.

1,709 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,070–$9,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Yuma, Arizona
To: Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 1,709 miles (1,448 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 66 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination: 58 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Cape Girardeau → Yuma

The route from Yuma, AZ to Cape Girardeau, MO covers roughly 1,709 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,070 to $9,030 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 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Yuma side there are 66 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 of them authorized for interstate work), and 58 around Cape Girardeau (45 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 Cape Girardeau.

Yuma has a population of about 105,227 and Cape Girardeau about 40,000. Cape Girardeau is the denser city (1,351 people per square mile versus 792 in Yuma), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Yuma to Cape Girardeau

Full-service estimate for 1,709 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,430	$2,960	$3,610
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,640	$4,440	$5,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,070	$7,400	$9,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,710	$11,840	$14,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,350	$16,280	$19,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,360–$3,330

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

Portable container

$2,550–$3,740

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

Full-service mover

$6,070–$9,030

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 Yuma (origin)

Chilo'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1154460
MC: 464398
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (928) 430-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

1989

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: San Luis International Freight Services LLC

USDOT: 463252
MC: 247899
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (928) 627-1855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Brothers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122039
MC: 459887
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (760) 556-5805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank'S Service And Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 574368
MC: 280572
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (928) 627-2615 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casa Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 603725
MC: 290794
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (928) 304-2466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lugo Loads Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2072924
MC: 724364
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (626) 905-1219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Robles Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1076520
MC: 469457
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (661) 978-0753 Route Verify on FMCSA

Optimus Products LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2629740
MC: 915039
Based in: Somerton, AZ 85350 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (653) 119-1534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Yuma

Near Cape Girardeau (destination)

Buchheit Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Buchheit Trucking Service INC

USDOT: 71052
MC: 171405
Based in: Scott City, MO 63780 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 264-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Day Transfer Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2441154
MC: 72958
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 335-3327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spartan Truck Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spartan Truck Lines LLC

USDOT: 1713485
MC: 1090386
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (573) 803-1407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jerry Lipps INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 77535
MC: 118959
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63702 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 335-8204 Verify on FMCSA

Flc Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2786450
MC: 928695
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (417) 302-1201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Helpers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: We R Helpers Incorporated

USDOT: 1542321
MC: 682631
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (573) 335-4357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crutsinger Feed & Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Larry J Crutsinger Jr & Angela C Crutsinger

USDOT: 834650
MC: 429255
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (573) 803-1335 Route Verify on FMCSA

H2os Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2405757
MC: 827659
Based in: Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 579-8809 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Cape Girardeau

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Cape Girardeau accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Yuma to Cape Girardeau?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,430 to $3,610 for a studio, $3,640 to $5,420 for a one-bedroom, $6,070 to $9,030 for a two-bedroom, $9,710 to $14,450 for a three-bedroom and $13,350 to $19,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cape Girardeau from Yuma?

About 1,709 road miles (1,448 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 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 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 Yuma to Cape Girardeau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,360 to $3,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,550 to $3,740. 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 Yuma–Cape Girardeau corridor.