Austin, TX → Bemidji, MN · Long-distance move

Movers from Austin to Bemidji

About 1,413 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,680–$8,440, delivery in 3–7 days, 868 carriers on the Austin side and 27 in Bemidji.

1,413 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,680–$8,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Austin, Texas
To: Bemidji, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 1,413 miles (1,197 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 868 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (12 interstate)

Reverse: Bemidji → Austin

Moving from Austin to Bemidji is a long-distance move of roughly 1,413 road miles, heading north from Texas to Minnesota.

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 $5,680 to $8,440 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 25 hours (3 driving days).

On the Austin side there are 868 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (241 of them authorized for interstate work), and 27 around Bemidji (12 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 Bemidji.

Austin has a population of about 1 million and Bemidji about 15,000. Austin is considerably denser (3,007 people per square mile versus 914), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Austin to Bemidji

Full-service estimate for 1,413 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,270	$2,770	$3,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,410	$4,150	$5,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,680	$6,920	$8,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,080	$11,070	$13,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,490	$15,230	$18,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,050–$2,900

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

Portable container

$2,280–$3,350

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

Full-service mover

$5,680–$8,440

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Austin (origin)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Apple Moving LLC

USDOT: 3538096
MC: 1361596
Based in: Austin, TX 78759 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (757) 397-1248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Doxa LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2608633
MC: 917444
Based in: Austin, TX 78750 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (737) 444-7778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spur Freight Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190438
MC: 1544165
Based in: Austin, TX 78753 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 106 trucks, 101 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (866) 250-8589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aifleet

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Ai Fleet INC

USDOT: 3443025
MC: 1118730
Based in: Austin, TX 78701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (737) 937-6883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lvs Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3903424
MC: 1438723
Based in: Austin, TX 78729 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (781) 266-7968 Route Verify on FMCSA

Square Cow Moovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Square Cow Moovers LLC

USDOT: 1748594
MC: 640166
Based in: Cedar Park, TX 78613 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (512) 401-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Azuma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Azuma Leasing LLC

USDOT: 4074353
MC: 1548580
Based in: Austin, TX 78705 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (512) 233-5019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cadogan Tate Texas Cadogan Tate Austin Cadogan Tate Dallas

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: White Glove Storage And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1598596
MC: 591409
Based in: Austin, TX 78744 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (512) 490-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 868 movers in Austin

Near Bemidji (destination)

Blue Ox Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jake Sobieck INC

USDOT: 3426527
MC: 1167990
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (218) 308-6001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchants Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2361651
MC: 872523
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (218) 751-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uncle Sams Moving Crew LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4467758
MC: 1762889
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 551-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tc Recycling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tc Lighting Supplies And Recycling INC

USDOT: 2545284
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (218) 751-9091 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bemidji Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 590460
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (218) 751-4958 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speeds LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2149793
MC: 1068743
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (218) 760-0525 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Fast Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4400809
Based in: Solway, MN 56678 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 214-0440 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Smith

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1198540
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (218) 444-3148 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Bemidji

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Austin to Bemidji?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,270 to $3,380 for a studio, $3,410 to $5,070 for a one-bedroom, $5,680 to $8,440 for a two-bedroom, $9,080 to $13,510 for a three-bedroom and $12,490 to $18,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bemidji from Austin?

About 1,413 road miles (1,197 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 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 Texas 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Austin to Bemidji?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,050 to $2,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,280 to $3,350. 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 Austin–Bemidji corridor.