Aberdeen, SD → Rockville, MD · Long-distance move
About 1,382 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,710–$8,490, delivery in 3–7 days, 9 carriers on the Aberdeen side and 526 in Rockville.
Rockville sits about 1,382 miles east of Aberdeen, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Dakota to Maryland that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,710 to $8,490 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 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 526 around Rockville (327 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 Rockville.
Aberdeen has a population of about 28,000 and Rockville about 68,000. Rockville is the denser city (4,947 people per square mile versus 1,725 in Aberdeen), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Maryland 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 | $2,280 | $2,790 | $3,400 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,430 | $4,180 | $5,100 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,710 | $6,960 | $8,490 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,140 | $11,140 | $13,590 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $12,560 | $15,320 | $18,690 |
$2,020–$2,850
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,250–$3,310
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,710–$8,490
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Aberdeen, SD → Rockville, MD. 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.
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Legal name: Double Duty Portable Storage And Movers INC
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Legal name: Moyer & Sons INC
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,280 to $3,400 for a studio, $3,430 to $5,100 for a one-bedroom, $5,710 to $8,490 for a two-bedroom, $9,140 to $13,590 for a three-bedroom and $12,560 to $18,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,382 road miles (1,171 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Maryland 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 $2,020 to $2,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,250 to $3,310. 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–Rockville corridor.