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Lafayette, IN

Bozeman, MT → Lafayette, IN · Long-distance move

Movers from Bozeman to Lafayette

About 1,498 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,680–$8,450, delivery in 3–7 days, 39 carriers on the Bozeman side and 55 in Lafayette.

  • 1,498 miroad distance
  • 26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,680–$8,4502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,498 miles (1,269 straight-line)
Drive time
26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
39 (27 interstate)
Movers at destination
55 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Lafayette → Bozeman

The route from Bozeman, MT to Lafayette, IN covers roughly 1,498 miles by road, a east-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 $5,680 to $8,450 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the Bozeman side there are 39 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (27 of them authorized for interstate work), and 55 around Lafayette (44 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 Lafayette.

Bozeman has a population of about 57,000 and Lafayette about 72,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,493 and 2,409 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Bozeman to Lafayette

Full-service estimate for 1,498 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,270 $2,770 $3,380
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,410 $4,160 $5,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,680 $6,930 $8,450
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,090 $11,090 $13,530
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,500 $15,250 $18,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,140–$3,020

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

Portable container

$2,360–$3,470

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

Full-service mover

$5,680–$8,450

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Bozeman, MT → Lafayette, IN. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Bozeman (origin)

Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move Strong LLC

USDOT
4142949
MC
1588857
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (406) 579-8596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Foods Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2316339
MC
790746
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (406) 551-2231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mattress Mill

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thanepohn Corp

USDOT
436774
MC
240409
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (406) 586-4525 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Ridge Excavation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3854639
MC
1406132
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (845) 661-3982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellowstone Designer Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Yellowstone Moving Company LLC

USDOT
4460852
MC
1762976
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (248) 434-5508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Installations LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8811771
MC
77831789
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (719) 588-3752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountaineer Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4557708
MC
1811084
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (406) 201-9580 Route Verify on FMCSA

James L Gardner Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cold Smoke Logistics LLC

USDOT
1902328
MC
1099864
Based in
Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (406) 581-7919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 39 movers in Bozeman

Near Lafayette (destination)

Prime Road Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2820314
MC
940394
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (773) 877-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

A M T Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1178595
MC
471764
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (765) 471-8216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
549556
MC
271281
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47905 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (765) 589-1737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct In LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4047384
MC
1532905
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (415) 800-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

M & B Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3877960
MC
1421840
Based in
Mulberry, IN 46058 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (765) 242-1427 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boxed By Universal Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4429374
MC
1742605
Based in
West Lafayette, IN 47906 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (765) 413-9311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Codise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2584517
MC
905509
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (765) 586-9540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keep It Moving 360 LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3955068
MC
1473210
Based in
Lafayette, IN 47909 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (765) 607-3698 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Lafayette

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bozeman to Lafayette?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,270 to $3,380 for a studio, $3,410 to $5,070 for a one-bedroom, $5,680 to $8,450 for a two-bedroom, $9,090 to $13,530 for a three-bedroom and $12,500 to $18,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lafayette from Bozeman?

About 1,498 road miles (1,269 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Montana into Indiana 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Bozeman to Lafayette?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,140 to $3,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,360 to $3,470. 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 Bozeman–Lafayette corridor.