Rio Rancho, NM

Casper, WY → Rio Rancho, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Casper to Rio Rancho

About 617 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,530–$5,250, delivery in 2–5 days, 25 carriers on the Casper side and 56 in Rio Rancho.

  • 617 miroad distance
  • 11 h 20 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,530–$5,2502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 617 miles (523 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 20 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
25 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination
56 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Rio Rancho → Casper

Rio Rancho sits about 617 miles south of Casper, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wyoming to New Mexico 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 $3,530 to $5,250 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 11 h 20 min.

On the Casper side there are 25 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 56 around Rio Rancho (30 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 Rio Rancho.

Casper has a population of about 59,000 and Rio Rancho about 114,419. Casper is considerably denser (2,207 people per square mile versus 1,006), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that New Mexico does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Casper to Rio Rancho

Full-service estimate for 617 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,410 $1,720 $2,100
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,120 $2,580 $3,150
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,530 $4,300 $5,250
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,640 $6,880 $8,390
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,760 $9,460 $11,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$930–$1,320

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

Portable container

$1,570–$2,310

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

Full-service mover

$3,530–$5,250

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Casper, WY → Rio Rancho, NM. 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 Casper (origin)

Inno Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
899962
MC
1469538
Based in
Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Night Owl Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3822280
MC
1383532
Based in
Casper, WY 82602 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Antwine Team Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3312326
MC
1052392
Based in
Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Steeline Hauling LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4552426
Based in
Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Thunderstruck Transport

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1304996
Based in
Mills, WY 82644 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Dan Washechek Breeze Transport

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1309155
Based in
Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Beagle Trucking

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3078894
MC
65524
Based in
Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

McKendree Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
314226
MC
209563
Based in
Casper, WY 82604 (20 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

All 25 movers in Casper

Near Rio Rancho (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2907535
MC
978867
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95947
MC
121026
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95864
MC
487378
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
337290
MC
169871
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2480299
MC
858314
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87114 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Pbf Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2836224
MC
948981
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87120 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

J & E Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1449256
MC
547656
Based in
Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Albuquerque

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2276015
MC
779896
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 56 movers in Rio Rancho

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Casper to Rio Rancho?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $2,120 to $3,150 for a one-bedroom, $3,530 to $5,250 for a two-bedroom, $5,640 to $8,390 for a three-bedroom and $7,760 to $11,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rio Rancho from Casper?

About 617 road miles (523 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 20 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Wyoming into New Mexico 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 Casper to Rio Rancho?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $930 to $1,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,570 to $2,310. 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 Casper–Rio Rancho corridor.