($706+) Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS Movers
Moving from Durham, NC, to Overland Park, KS, runs anywhere from $706 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,223 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,055 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,992, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,223 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,172 - $3,924, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $706 - $1,903.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Durham, NC, to Overland Park, KS. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,339 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS
There are 3 main ways to move from Durham to Overland Park: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,339 - $5,638. Moving containers run about 33% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 70% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 8 days for this 1,055-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,055-mile route from Durham to Overland Park, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,992 - $4,437 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,172 - $2,183), rental truck ($706 - $1,276), or freight trailer ($1,022 - $2,023). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,339 - $5,638 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $7,223.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS
Full-service movers for the 1,055-mile relocation from Durham, North Carolina, to Overland Park, Kansas, cost between $1,992 and $7,223. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $305 - $2,036, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Durham typically charge a base rate around $240 plus $122 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Durham to Overland Park:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,992 - $4,437
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,339 - $5,638
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,068 - $7,223
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 Durham to Overland Park.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS
Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Durham movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Overland Park, 61% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing74% of local movers | $509 - $5,090 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready59% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Truckin' Movers Corporation | $204 - $1,222/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $305 - $2,443 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage21% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs61% of local movers | $1,018 - $3,054 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,545 - $10,180 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $762 - $1,449 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items32% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Truckin' Movers Corporation | $1,018 - $2,545 |
| Piano | Any piano type51% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Truckin' Movers Corporation | $814 - $3,563 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling10% of local movers | $305 - $1,527 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect4% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Athens Moving Experts | $662 - $2,036 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $305 - $15,270+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $305 - $3,563+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Durham to Overland Park?
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- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Durham, NC. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS
Moving containers from Durham, North Carolina, to Overland Park, Kansas, cost between $1,172 and $3,924. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Durham typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Durham to Overland Park:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,172 - $2,183
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,568 - $3,067
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,077 - $3,924
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $76 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $153 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Overland Park, KS, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $713 in Durham, NC. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a North Carolina to Kansas move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,172. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,568 - $3,067.
What are the best moving containers Durham to Overland Park?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Durham to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Durham:
- Athens Moving Experts (4.9/5), 9 years in business
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.7/5), 28 years in business
- Bellhop Moving (4.1/5), 15 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS
Plan on $706 - $1,903 for a rental moving truck on the 1,055-mile route from Durham, North Carolina, to Overland Park, Kansas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $342 - $391
- Daily insurance: $31/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Durham daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Durham to Overland Park based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $706 - $1,276
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $696 - $1,564
- 4+ bedrooms: $884 - $1,903
Pro tip: The base rate of $706 - $1,903 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Durham to Overland Park. Fuel ($342 - $391), lodging at around $153/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Durham, North Carolina, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $713.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $342 - $391 for the 1,055-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $61 and $331, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $153 per night for hotel stops on the 1,055-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $305 - $458.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Durham to Overland Park?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS
For larger DIY moves from Durham, North Carolina, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Overland Park, Kansas.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,171 and $2,478.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Durham to Overland Park:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,022 - $2,023
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,171 - $2,478
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,678 - $3,235
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Durham, North Carolina, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $713.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $76 and $153 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Durham to Overland Park?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Overland Park quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Durham, NC vs Overland Park, KS
Good news for your budget: Overland Park isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Durham. Cost of living index runs 106 there against 99 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 30/100 and 45.28/100 here versus 35/100 and 75.27/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Overland Park, KS to Durham, NC guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from North Carolina to Kansas, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. North Carolina alone has 313 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 1,055-mile move like this one.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Durham, NC, to Overland Park, KS, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,992 - $7,223 on the 1,055-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,172 - $3,924 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $706 - $1,903 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,339 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include ASE Group and Synergy Group.
FAQs: Moving from Durham, NC, to Overland Park, KS
How do I know a mover is licensed in Kansas?
In Kansas, the Transportation Division of the Kansas Corporation Commission monitors, licenses, and regulates intrastate motor carriers like movers. The state’s Corporation Commission issues moving companies operating authority in the form of KCC Numbers, which customers can verify online here before hiring a mover.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($342 - $391), daily insurance ($31/day), and equipment rentals ($7 - $20) on top. Overnight stops can add another $153/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How walkable is Overland Park?
Overland Park has a walkability score of 35 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 46, compared to 30 and 38 in Durham. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
How much does it cost to move from Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS?
Costs on this route range from around $706 to $7,223, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,992 and $7,223, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Durham, NC to Overland Park, KS?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What percentage of Durham movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 51% of movers in Durham handle piano moves, and 32% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.