Athens, GA → Bismarck, ND · Long-distance move

Movers from Athens to Bismarck

About 1,500 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,750–$8,550, delivery in 3–7 days, 312 carriers on the Athens side and 42 in Bismarck.

1,500 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,750–$8,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Athens, Georgia
To: Bismarck, North Dakota
Road distance: ≈ 1,500 miles (1,271 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 312 (166 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bismarck → Athens

Bismarck sits about 1,500 miles northwest of Athens, which makes this an interstate relocation from Georgia to North Dakota 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 $5,750 to $8,550 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the Athens side there are 312 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (166 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Bismarck (32 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 Bismarck.

Athens has a population of about 128,612 and Bismarck about 76,000. Bismarck is the denser city (2,123 people per square mile versus 1,095 in Athens), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Athens to Bismarck

Full-service estimate for 1,500 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,300	$2,800	$3,420
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,450	$4,200	$5,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,750	$7,010	$8,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,190	$11,210	$13,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,640	$15,420	$18,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,140–$3,020

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

Portable container

$2,360–$3,470

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

Full-service mover

$5,750–$8,550

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Athens (origin)

Lindsay Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 830257
MC: 468785
Based in: Bogart, GA 30622 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (706) 549-8902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Keeling Group LLC

USDOT: 1142555
MC: 454168
Based in: Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (706) 227-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

University Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gee Transport INC

USDOT: 864502
MC: 667732
Based in: Athens, GA 30607 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (706) 353-1141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Puff Land

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crawford Handling LLC

USDOT: 4253552
MC: 1649165
Based in: Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (706) 201-6674 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1810822
MC: 676733
Based in: Athens, GA 30607 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (706) 354-8948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duncan Transportation Service LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2056835
MC: 719961
Based in: Bogart, GA 30622 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (706) 424-6740 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Albany

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sullivan Brothers Ventures INC

USDOT: 4339831
MC: 1728857
Based in: Athens, GA 30606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (229) 329-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooper Transport Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3965988
MC: 1480525
Based in: Athens, GA 30601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (706) 352-1434 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 312 movers in Athens

Near Bismarck (destination)

Ccfs

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Crosscountry Freight Solutions INC

USDOT: 313378
MC: 209657
Based in: Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 450 trucks, 507 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (701) 222-8498 Route Verify on FMCSA

P & B Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 653395
MC: 302954
Based in: Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (701) 221-2465 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaction Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Asp INC

USDOT: 212818
MC: 228559
Based in: Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (701) 223-5535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delabarre Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1318666
MC: 510389
Based in: Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (701) 226-2349 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Central Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 911282
MC: 395087
Based in: Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (701) 663-0976 Route Verify on FMCSA

Four Winds Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2369162
MC: 812625
Based in: Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (701) 751-1237 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Cargo Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3080375
MC: 1169375
Based in: Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (701) 975-3281 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bountiful Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2416881
MC: 834675
Based in: Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (701) 400-6295 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Bismarck

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Athens to Bismarck?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,420 for a studio, $3,450 to $5,130 for a one-bedroom, $5,750 to $8,550 for a two-bedroom, $9,190 to $13,680 for a three-bedroom and $12,640 to $18,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bismarck from Athens?

About 1,500 road miles (1,271 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Georgia into North Dakota 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Athens to Bismarck?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,140 to $3,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,360 to $3,470. 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 Athens–Bismarck corridor.