Davenport, IA → Annapolis, MD · Long-distance move

Movers from Davenport to Annapolis

About 901 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,440–$6,610, delivery in 2–5 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 199 in Annapolis.

901 miroad distance
16 h 14 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,440–$6,6102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Davenport, Iowa
To: Annapolis, Maryland
Road distance: ≈ 901 miles (764 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 14 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination: 199 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Annapolis → Davenport

Moving from Davenport to Annapolis is a long-distance move of roughly 901 road miles, heading east from Iowa to Maryland.

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 $4,440 to $6,610 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 16 h 14 min.

On the Davenport side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (78 of them authorized for interstate work), and 199 around Annapolis (100 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 Annapolis.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Annapolis about 41,000. Annapolis is the denser city (5,664 people per square mile versus 1,594 in Davenport), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland is a higher-cost state than Iowa, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Davenport to Annapolis

Full-service estimate for 901 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,780	$2,170	$2,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,670	$3,250	$3,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,440	$5,420	$6,610
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,110	$8,670	$10,580
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,770	$11,920	$14,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,380–$1,940

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

Portable container

$1,820–$2,680

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

Full-service mover

$4,440–$6,610

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Davenport (origin)

Mdn Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3205071
MC: 1398328
Based in: Davenport, IA 52807 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 275 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (815) 306-3480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2525328
MC: 716792
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boost Express Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2453637
MC: 847181
Based in: Davenport, IA 52801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (708) 253-8182 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9539980
MC: 94140758
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & B Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1731359
MC: 634361
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (563) 200-5510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bruce Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bruce R Petty INC

USDOT: 873780
MC: 693855
Based in: Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (563) 323-5435 Route Verify on FMCSA

D T S Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1708832
MC: 627000
Based in: Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (563) 570-4596 Route Verify on FMCSA

F And A Truck Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357533
MC: 1074590
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (563) 381-0256 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Davenport

Near Annapolis (destination)

Dd&s Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 361802
MC: 326288
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (202) 696-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Red Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3440755
MC: 1130653
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21409 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 48 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (410) 703-3998 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parks Excavating & Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 942867
MC: 1682505
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (410) 867-0357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dafi

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Deale Aquaculture Farm INC

USDOT: 842049
MC: 1026604
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (240) 351-3009 Route Verify on FMCSA

B T Curtis Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 828375
MC: 526326
Based in: Crownsville, MD 21032 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (410) 787-8385 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-One Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1039352
MC: 461680
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (410) 729-1729 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tomi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4150525
MC: 1641330
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (301) 456-5407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pretty Little Wedding Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pretty Little Weddings LLC

USDOT: 3560128
MC: 1668215
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (410) 310-0396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 199 movers in Annapolis

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Annapolis if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Davenport to Annapolis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,780 to $2,640 for a studio, $2,670 to $3,970 for a one-bedroom, $4,440 to $6,610 for a two-bedroom, $7,110 to $10,580 for a three-bedroom and $9,770 to $14,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Annapolis from Davenport?

About 901 road miles (764 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 14 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 Iowa into Maryland 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 Davenport to Annapolis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,380 to $1,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,820 to $2,680. 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 Davenport–Annapolis corridor.