Aberdeen, SD → Duluth, MN · Regional long-distance move
About 373 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,900–$4,310, delivery in 1–3 days, 9 carriers on the Aberdeen side and 57 in Duluth.
The route from Aberdeen, SD to Duluth, MN covers roughly 373 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $2,900 to $4,310 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 8 min.
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 57 around Duluth (26 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 Duluth.
Aberdeen has a population of about 28,000 and Duluth about 86,000. Aberdeen is considerably denser (1,725 people per square mile versus 1,210), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Minnesota is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Minnesota 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 | $1,220 | $1,490 | $1,810 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,740 | $2,120 | $2,580 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,900 | $3,530 | $4,310 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,630 | $5,650 | $6,890 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,370 | $7,770 | $9,480 |
$530–$750
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,350–$1,990
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,900–$4,310
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Aberdeen, SD → Duluth, MN. 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: Miner'S Incorporated
Legal name: Fdl Star Construction LLC
Legal name: Bachand Group Incorporated
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,810 for a studio, $1,740 to $2,580 for a one-bedroom, $2,900 to $4,310 for a two-bedroom, $4,630 to $6,890 for a three-bedroom and $6,370 to $9,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 373 road miles (316 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 8 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Minnesota 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 $530 to $750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,990. 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–Duluth corridor.