Albuquerque, NM → Rio Rancho, NM · Local move

Movers from Albuquerque to Rio Rancho

About 15 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,020–$1,510, delivery in 0–1 days, 129 carriers on the Albuquerque side and 56 in Rio Rancho.

15 miroad distance
28 mindriving time
0–1 daysdelivery window
$1,020–$1,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Albuquerque, New Mexico
To: Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 15 miles (13 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 min
Delivery window: 0–1 days
Move type: In-state (New Mexico)
Movers at origin: 129 (72 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Rio Rancho → Albuquerque

The route from Albuquerque, NM to Rio Rancho, NM covers roughly 15 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the local move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 28 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,020 and $1,510, before packing or storage.

On the Albuquerque side there are 129 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (72 of them authorized for interstate work), and 56 around Rio Rancho (30 interstate). For an in-state 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 Rio Rancho.

Albuquerque has a population of about 556,588 and Rio Rancho about 114,419. Albuquerque is considerably denser (3,014 people per square mile versus 1,006), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Albuquerque to Rio Rancho

Full-service estimate for 15 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$520	$640	$780
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$620	$760	$930
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,020	$1,240	$1,510
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,600	$1,950	$2,380
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,420	$2,950	$3,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$170–$230

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,030–$1,520

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$1,020–$1,510

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Albuquerque (origin)

Zanios Foods

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Labatt New Mexico LLC

USDOT: 2049756
MC: 936475
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87121 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (210) 661-4216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kirk Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 2907535
MC: 978867
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (319) 461-6567 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Afc Acquisition Corp

USDOT: 95864
MC: 487378
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 761-3285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95947
MC: 121026
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 823-1441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prorelo INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstar Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 2391081
MC: 821866
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (505) 888-1007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buehler Moving Of New Mexico LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4490870
MC: 1776976
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (505) 344-3494 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New Mexico Van Lines INC

USDOT: 337290
MC: 169871
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (505) 823-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480299
MC: 858314
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87114 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (505) 459-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Albuquerque

Near Rio Rancho (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kirk Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 2907535
MC: 978867
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (319) 461-6567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95947
MC: 121026
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 823-1441 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Afc Acquisition Corp

USDOT: 95864
MC: 487378
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 761-3285 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New Mexico Van Lines INC

USDOT: 337290
MC: 169871
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (505) 823-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480299
MC: 858314
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87114 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (505) 459-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbf Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Paul B Fastnacht LLC

USDOT: 2836224
MC: 948981
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87120 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Route Verify on FMCSA

J & E Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: J & E Towing LLC

USDOT: 1449256
MC: 547656
Based in: Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (505) 350-1116 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Albuquerque

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Quick N Easy Moving Of Albuquerque LLC

USDOT: 2276015
MC: 779896
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Rio Rancho

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Albuquerque to Rio Rancho?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $520 to $780 for a studio, $620 to $930 for a one-bedroom, $1,020 to $1,510 for a two-bedroom, $1,600 to $2,380 for a three-bedroom and $2,420 to $3,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rio Rancho from Albuquerque?

About 15 road miles (13 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Albuquerque and Rio Rancho are in New Mexico, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Albuquerque to Rio Rancho?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $170 to $230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,030 to $1,520. 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.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

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 Albuquerque–Rio Rancho corridor.