($251+) Des Moines, IA to Overland Park, KS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Des Moines, IA to Overland Park, KS

Hiring full-service movers from Des Moines, Iowa, to Overland Park, Kansas, costs between $871 and $5,345. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 205-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $284 - $1,892, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Des Moines and Overland Park. For a rough baseline, movers based in Des Moines tend to start around $737 plus $142/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Des Moines to Overland Park:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $871 - $3,625
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,384 - $4,412
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,039 - $5,345

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Des Moines to Overland Park.

Specialty moving services from Des Moines, IA to Overland Park, KS

Specialty needs vary by market — 58% of Des Moines movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Overland Park, 72% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Des Moines to Overland Park?

Kansas Motor Carriers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Kansas, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Des Moines, IA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Des Moines to Overland Park with a local mover averages $1,411 - $4,500. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Des Moines, IA can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Des Moines, IA to Overland Park, KS

Moving containers from Des Moines, Iowa, to Overland Park, Kansas, cost between $800 and $2,477. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Des Moines runs about $60/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Des Moines to Overland Park:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $800 - $1,433
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,061 - $1,904
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,308 - $2,477

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $71 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $142 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $662 in Des Moines, IA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Overland Park, KS, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Des Moines to Overland Park?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Des Moines, IA to Overland Park, KS

A rental truck for this 205-mile move from Des Moines, Iowa, to Overland Park, Kansas, costs between $244 and $574. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $62 - $71
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Des Moines daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Des Moines to Overland Park based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $244 - $430
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $244 - $473
• 4+ bedrooms: $320 - $574

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $62 - $71 for the 205-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Des Moines, Iowa, for about 5 hours typically costs around $662.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 205-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $142 per night, adding $284 - $426 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $47 and $284.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Des Moines to Overland Park?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Des Moines, IA to Overland Park, KS

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Des Moines, Iowa, to Overland Park, Kansas, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $841 and $1,586.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Des Moines to Overland Park:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $757 - $1,354
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $841 - $1,586
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,124 - $1,981

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $71 - $142 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Des Moines, Iowa, typically costs $662.

What are the best freight companies from Des Moines to Overland Park?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Ruan Transportation Management Systems (4.5/5 stars): Ruan Transportation Management Systems is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Des Moines, IA vs Overland Park, KS

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Overland Park, side by side with Des Moines on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.