Cowan Intermodal Group LLC
- USDOT
- 215194
- MC
- 155424
- Based in
- Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
- Service
- Long-distance
- Fleet
- 239 trucks, 226 drivers
- USDOT registered
- 1982
Baltimore, MD → Carson City, NV · Cross-country move
About 2,698 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,340–$12,400, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,335 carriers on the Baltimore side and 32 in Carson City.
Carson City sits about 2,698 miles west of Baltimore, which makes this an interstate relocation from Maryland to Nevada that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,340 to $12,400 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 47 hours (6 driving days).
On the Baltimore side there are 1,335 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (786 of them authorized for interstate work), and 32 around Carson City (23 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 Carson City.
Baltimore has a population of about 569,997 and Carson City about 59,000. Baltimore is considerably denser (7,240 people per square mile versus 406), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,330 | $4,070 | $4,960 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,000 | $6,100 | $7,440 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $8,340 | $10,170 | $12,400 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $13,340 | $16,260 | $19,840 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $18,340 | $22,360 | $27,280 |
$3,670–$5,180
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,430–$5,040
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$8,340–$12,400
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Baltimore, MD → Carson City, NV. 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: Giant Of Maryland LLC
Legal name: A & B Relocations INC
Legal name: Empire Contractors INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,330 to $4,960 for a studio, $5,000 to $7,440 for a one-bedroom, $8,340 to $12,400 for a two-bedroom, $13,340 to $19,840 for a three-bedroom and $18,340 to $27,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,698 road miles (2,286 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 hours (6 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Maryland into Nevada 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 $3,670 to $5,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,430 to $5,040. 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 Baltimore–Carson City corridor.