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Bemidji, MN → Rochester, MN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Bemidji to Rochester

About 314 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,790–$4,160, delivery in 1–3 days, 27 carriers on the Bemidji side and 116 in Rochester.

  • 314 miroad distance
  • 6 h 7 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,790–$4,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 314 miles (266 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 7 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (Minnesota)
Movers at origin
27 (12 interstate)
Movers at destination
116 (72 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Bemidji

Moving from Bemidji to Rochester is a regional long-distance move of roughly 314 road miles, heading southeast within 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 $2,790 to $4,160 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 7 min.

On the Bemidji side there are 27 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (12 of them authorized for interstate work), and 116 around Rochester (72 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 Rochester.

Bemidji has a population of about 15,000 and Rochester about 124,292. Rochester is the denser city (2,187 people per square mile versus 914 in Bemidji), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Bemidji to Rochester

Full-service estimate for 314 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,270 $1,550 $1,880
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,680 $2,040 $2,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,790 $3,410 $4,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,470 $5,450 $6,650
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,140 $7,490 $9,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$470–$670

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

Portable container

$1,300–$1,910

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

Full-service mover

$2,790–$4,160

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Bemidji (origin)

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

Near Rochester (destination)

Steve Yaggy Specialized Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
291671
MC
272806
Based in
Rochester, MN 55902 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (507) 282-1715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
587147
MC
283784
Based in
Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (507) 281-9787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1561552
MC
579169
Based in
Kasson, MN 55944 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (507) 634-2047 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piepho Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
286311
MC
133951
Based in
Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (507) 289-4515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Rochester Mn

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bennett Moving LLC

USDOT
2468021
MC
861017
Based in
Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (507) 258-5558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kautz Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
717630
MC
330197
Based in
Pine Island, MN 55963 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (507) 356-2425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Servicemaster Of Rochester

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Mesenburg Enterprises INC

USDOT
1221281
Based in
Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (507) 282-5747 Route Verify on FMCSA

Channel One Regional Food Bank

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Channel One INC

USDOT
682434
Based in
Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (507) 287-2350 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 116 movers in Rochester

Related routes

Other destinations from Bemidji

Other origins to Rochester

Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,680 to $2,490 for a one-bedroom, $2,790 to $4,160 for a two-bedroom, $4,470 to $6,650 for a three-bedroom and $6,140 to $9,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Bemidji?

About 314 road miles (266 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 7 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

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

No. Because both Bemidji and Rochester are in Minnesota, 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 Bemidji to Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,910. 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 Bemidji–Rochester corridor.