Bismarck, ND → Austin, TX · Long-distance move
About 1,360 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,410–$8,040, delivery in 3–7 days, 42 carriers on the Bismarck side and 868 in Austin.
Austin sits about 1,360 miles south of Bismarck, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Dakota to Texas 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 $5,410 to $8,040 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 24 hours (3 driving days).
On the Bismarck side there are 42 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (32 of them authorized for interstate work), and 868 around Austin (241 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 Austin.
Bismarck has a population of about 76,000 and Austin about 1 million. Austin is the denser city (3,007 people per square mile versus 2,123 in Bismarck), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas 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 | $2,160 | $2,640 | $3,220 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,240 | $3,960 | $4,830 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,410 | $6,590 | $8,040 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $8,650 | $10,550 | $12,870 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $11,890 | $14,500 | $17,690 |
$2,000–$2,820
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,230–$3,290
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,410–$8,040
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Bismarck, ND → Austin, TX. 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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,160 to $3,220 for a studio, $3,240 to $4,830 for a one-bedroom, $5,410 to $8,040 for a two-bedroom, $8,650 to $12,870 for a three-bedroom and $11,890 to $17,690 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,360 road miles (1,152 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from North Dakota into Texas 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 $2,000 to $2,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,230 to $3,290. 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 Bismarck–Austin corridor.