Aberdeen, SD → Augusta, ME · Cross-country move
About 1,653 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,010–$8,950, delivery in 5–10 days, 9 carriers on the Aberdeen side and 129 in Augusta.
Augusta sits about 1,653 miles east of Aberdeen, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Dakota to Maine that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,010 to $8,950 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 29 hours (4 driving days).
On the Aberdeen side there are 9 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (9 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Augusta (50 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 Augusta.
Aberdeen has a population of about 28,000 and Augusta about 19,000. Aberdeen is considerably denser (1,725 people per square mile versus 343), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Maine does collect a state income tax, unlike South Dakota, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,410 | $2,930 | $3,580 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,610 | $4,400 | $5,370 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $6,010 | $7,330 | $8,950 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,620 | $11,730 | $14,310 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $13,230 | $16,130 | $19,680 |
$2,300–$3,240
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,500–$3,670
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$6,010–$8,950
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Aberdeen, SD → Augusta, ME. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Dial-A-Move INC
Legal name: Double Duty Portable Storage And Movers INC
Legal name: Greg G Milbrandt
Legal name: James G Pernsteiner
Legal name: Michael J Pushard Jr
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,410 to $3,580 for a studio, $3,610 to $5,370 for a one-bedroom, $6,010 to $8,950 for a two-bedroom, $9,620 to $14,310 for a three-bedroom and $13,230 to $19,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,653 road miles (1,401 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from South Dakota into Maine 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,300 to $3,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,500 to $3,670. 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.
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 Aberdeen–Augusta corridor.