The Best Long-Distance Movers in Manchester, MO
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The best long-distance mover in Manchester is TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.56/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of Missouri, per moveBuddha's analysis of 55 Missouri movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Manchester?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Manchester residents moving out of Missouri are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Manchester for in-state moves?
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.56/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Manchester-based mover for long-distance moves within Missouri, followed by All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Arch Moving (4.66/5). Of the 13 intrastate-capable movers serving Manchester, 12 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Manchester are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Manchester but stay within Missouri:
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Arch Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Simple Moves: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Sebastian Moving: 4.52 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 31 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 361 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The move couldn’t have gone smoother. Communication before the move was on point, the movers showed up on time and finished on the low side of the time estimate. They moved everything with zero damage. Highly recommend!"
"Our guys were terrific. Nothing was broken and we thoroughly enjoyed working with them. They got a whole lot done in a very short time!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All My Sons Moving & Storage has been in business for 24 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All My Sons Moving & Storage has about 53% positive reviews across roughly 395 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.3.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from All My Sons Moving & Storage, and All My Sons Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All My Sons Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Steven, Ryan, Waylon and Kelvin were AWESOME!! They packed things securely, were professional, kind and worked diligently. All of our items were delivered intact and set up with care. We were thrilled with the job they did."
"Terrence and his crew were amazing and made a stressful and hot day so smooth! These guys are fast, professional, and great at what they do. Cannot thank you all again for making this process so easy for us! 10/10 job guys!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Arch Moving has been in business for 22 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Arch Moving has about 58% positive reviews across roughly 76 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.9.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Arch Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Arch Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The Arch moving crew was amazing!! They communicated any hiccups, were flexible, friendly, and took extreme care with my items. Even worked in the rain. Highly recommend!"
"Absolute best moving experience I have ever had. On time, speedy, and truly care about their work. Finished earlier than quoted. Careful with my stuff, handled challenges well."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Simple Moves has been in business for 24 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Simple Moves has about 82% positive reviews across roughly 450 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 4.3
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Simple Moves.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Simple Moves emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Chris, Cole, and the team from Simple Moves did a fantastic job! They were efficient and had the items in my apartment moved in a short amount of time. We would highly recommend them!"
"I’ve used Simple Moves several times—always prompt and professional. Everything was completed in less than the time estimated. If we do move again, it will be with Simple Moves!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Sebastian Moving has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Sebastian Moving has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 228 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Sebastian Moving. Discounts may be available for groups like seniors.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Sebastian Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team of movers were respectful of our items and took good care to make sure everything was wrapped safely."
"Super friendly and very efficient. Their cost was very competitive. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
What add-on services do Manchester movers offer?
Not every mover in Manchester offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 13 Manchester movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 46.15% of Manchester movers, compared to 41.82% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 46.15% of Manchester movers, compared to 38.18% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 38.46% of Manchester movers, compared to 30.91% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 84.62% of Manchester movers, compared to 72.73% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 15.38% of Manchester movers, compared to 18.18% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 69.23% of Manchester movers, compared to 67.27% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Manchester's cost of living.
Does Manchester have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 6 of 13 Manchester movers (46.15%), compared to 41.82% statewide and 45.83% nationally. Arch Moving (4.66/5) and Simple Moves (4.52/5) rate highest for art handling in Manchester. Per-piece handling runs $47 to $465, with custom crates adding $140 to $186 per item.
| Art handling in Manchester | Details |
|---|---|
| Manchester movers offering this | 6 of 13 (46.15%) |
| Missouri statewide | 23 of 55 (41.82%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Manchester art movers | Arch Moving, Simple Moves |
| Per-piece handling fee | $47 to $465 |
| Custom crating per item | $140 to $186 |
UV exposure discolors pigments. Humidity shifts warp canvas and crack paint layers. Impact fractures damage sculpture and frames. Standard moving blankets address none of these risks adequately for high-value artwork. Archival packing materials and custom crates built to the dimensions of each piece are the professional standard for art moving. Verify the mover has documented experience with your specific media type before committing.
Does Manchester have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 6 of 13 Manchester movers (46.15%), compared to 38.18% statewide and 36.39% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.56/5) and Sebastian Moving (4.52/5) rate highest for junk removal in Manchester. Standalone junk removal typically runs $140 to $465 per load.
| Junk removal in Manchester | Details |
|---|---|
| Manchester movers offering this | 6 of 13 (46.15%) |
| Missouri statewide | 21 of 55 (38.18%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Manchester junk removal movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Sebastian Moving |
| Typical cost per load | $140 to $465 |
| Single large item | $70 to $140 |
Bundling junk removal with a move is almost always cheaper than scheduling it as a separate service. Removing unwanted items before a mover arrives also reduces the billable weight of the shipment, which lowers the base moving cost on weight-based quotes.
Does Manchester have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 5 of 13 Manchester movers (38.46%), compared to 30.91% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Arch Moving (4.66/5) and Simple Moves (4.52/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Manchester. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Manchester | Details |
|---|---|
| Manchester movers offering this | 5 of 13 (38.46%) |
| Missouri statewide | 17 of 55 (30.91%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated Manchester providers | Arch Moving, Simple Moves |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without requiring a full-service packing contract. Professional packing adds $0.15 to $0.21 per pound on average to a move's total cost, so limiting crew packing to breakables is the most direct way to reduce that add-on while protecting the items with the highest in-transit breakage risk.
Does Manchester have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 11 of 13 Manchester movers (84.62%), compared to 72.73% statewide and 84.85% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.56/5) and All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for storage in Manchester. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $239/month.
| Storage in Manchester | Details |
|---|---|
| Manchester movers offering this | 11 of 13 (84.62%) |
| Missouri statewide | 40 of 55 (72.73%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Manchester storage movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, All My Sons Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $239 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $465 |
Storage-in-transit keeps belongings with the mover's network between pickup and delivery, avoiding the cost of a third-party facility transfer. At $0.50 per cubic foot per month, a standard 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) runs roughly $239 per month. For longer gaps, confirm whether the mover's valuation coverage remains active while items are in storage.
Does Manchester have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 2 of 13 Manchester movers (15.38%), compared to 18.18% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Sebastian Moving (4.52/5) and ABC Quality Moving & Storage (4.48/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Manchester. Hot tub moves typically run $140 to $372 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Manchester | Details |
|---|---|
| Manchester movers offering this | 2 of 13 (15.38%) |
| Missouri statewide | 10 of 55 (18.18%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated Manchester hot tub movers | Sebastian Moving, ABC Quality Moving & Storage |
| Bundled with full-service move | $140 to $372 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $279 to $744 |
Empty weight for most hot tubs is 500 to 1,000 lbs. The unit must be fully drained, and electrical or plumbing disconnection may require a licensed contractor before the mover can load it. Narrow side-gate access or no direct truck access to the backyard can add a crane or shuttle relay fee. Get a site-specific quote that accounts for access conditions before committing to a price.
Does Manchester have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 9 of 13 Manchester movers (69.23%), compared to 67.27% statewide and 72.52% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.56/5) and All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for piano moving in Manchester. A standalone piano move typically costs $744 to $3,255, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Manchester | Details |
|---|---|
| Manchester movers offering this | 9 of 13 (69.23%) |
| Missouri statewide | 37 of 55 (67.27%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Manchester piano movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, All My Sons Moving & Storage |
| Upright piano | $744 to $1,395 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,116 to $2,325 |
| Grand piano | $1,674 to $3,255 |
Uprights weigh 400 to 800 lbs and grands top 1,200 lbs. Moving either without a piano board, padded blankets, and proper straps risks cracking the soundboard or snapping the legs, damage that a mover's standard released-value policy covers at just $0.60 per pound regardless of the instrument's value. Requesting full valuation coverage specifically for the piano is the most direct way to close that gap. For most moves, bundling piano service into a full-service household move costs less than a standalone piano carrier.
Who are the best movers in Manchester for small long-distance moves?
All My Sons Moving & Storage leads Manchester's small-move providers with a 4.58/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Arch Moving at 4.66/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Manchester?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Manchester. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Manchester residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Manchester?
10 of 13 Manchester movers (76.92%) offer labor-only services, compared to 60.0% statewide and 54.55% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.56/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Manchester, followed by Arch Moving (4.66/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Manchester residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Manchester moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Manchester. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Manchester?
Moving costs across Missouri range from $428 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $179/hour) to $4,171 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of Missouri mover quotes. The table below shows Missouri statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Manchester will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from Missouri* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $428 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $607 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $1,000 |
| 3-bedroom home | $2,350 |
| 4-bedroom home | $2,700 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $4,171 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in Missouri. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects Missouri statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Manchester?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Manchester move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Manchester, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Manchester
Do long-distance movers in Manchester need to be licensed?
Every mover handling a cross-state shipment from Manchester must hold a valid US Department of Transportation number and maintain FMCSA registration. Of the 13 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Manchester, 11 are licensed for interstate moves — and every company recommended on this page is among them. Verify any mover's credentials in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's database.
Before your move, read the FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move guide to understand the consumer protections that apply once you sign with a licensed carrier.
Is a local mover or a national mover better for leaving Manchester?
Local movers in Manchester are the most affordable option for moves that stay within Missouri. Of the 13 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Manchester, 11 are licensed for interstate routes and average $148/hour. The top-rated options are highlighted on this page.
When a move crosses out of Missouri, national movers with dedicated long-distance networks often handle the logistics more smoothly, though at a premium over local rates.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Manchester?
The cheapest moving window in Manchester is late fall through early winter. Average lows of 21°F, combined with school schedules and the holiday season, suppress demand and keep mover capacity high. Movers are most open to rate negotiation during this period. For anyone with scheduling flexibility, a November or December move date is the single most reliable way to lower your total cost.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Manchester?
When cost is the priority, a DIY move out of Manchester is almost always the winner, particularly for moves within 50 miles. Rental trucks and moving containers save roughly 30% compared to full-service movers on equivalent routes, according to moveBuddha's data. The most economical options are a rental truck like U-Haul or a moving container like PODS. For more savings strategies on longer moves, see the cheapest ways to move out of state.
