Bismarck, ND → Conroe, TX · Long-distance move
About 1,385 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,470–$8,130, delivery in 3–7 days, 42 carriers on the Bismarck side and 407 in Conroe.
The route from Bismarck, ND to Conroe, TX covers roughly 1,385 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.
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 $5,470 to $8,130 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 407 around Conroe (172 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 Conroe.
Bismarck has a population of about 76,000 and Conroe about 119,564. Bismarck is considerably denser (2,123 people per square mile versus 1,249), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. 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 | $2,190 | $2,670 | $3,250 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,280 | $4,000 | $4,880 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,470 | $6,670 | $8,130 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $8,750 | $10,670 | $13,010 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $12,030 | $14,670 | $17,890 |
$2,020–$2,860
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,260–$3,320
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,470–$8,130
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
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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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Legal name: 1960 Movers INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,190 to $3,250 for a studio, $3,280 to $4,880 for a one-bedroom, $5,470 to $8,130 for a two-bedroom, $8,750 to $13,010 for a three-bedroom and $12,030 to $17,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,385 road miles (1,174 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 $2,020 to $2,860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,260 to $3,320. 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–Conroe corridor.