Bismarck, ND → Sioux Falls, SD · Regional long-distance move
About 354 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,760–$4,100, delivery in 1–3 days, 42 carriers on the Bismarck side and 79 in Sioux Falls.
Moving from Bismarck to Sioux Falls is a regional long-distance move of roughly 354 road miles, heading southeast from North Dakota to South Dakota.
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 $2,760 to $4,100 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 48 min.
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 79 around Sioux Falls (59 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 Sioux Falls.
Bismarck has a population of about 76,000 and Sioux Falls about 213,748. The two cities have comparable density (2,123 and 2,434 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. South Dakota 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 | $1,190 | $1,450 | $1,770 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,650 | $2,020 | $2,460 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,760 | $3,360 | $4,100 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,410 | $5,380 | $6,560 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,060 | $7,390 | $9,020 |
$510–$730
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,340–$1,960
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,760–$4,100
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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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,770 for a studio, $1,650 to $2,460 for a one-bedroom, $2,760 to $4,100 for a two-bedroom, $4,410 to $6,560 for a three-bedroom and $6,060 to $9,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 354 road miles (300 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 48 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from North Dakota into South Dakota 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 $510 to $730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,340 to $1,960. 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–Sioux Falls corridor.