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Davenport, IA → Carmel, IN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Davenport to Carmel

About 304 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,500–$3,720, delivery in 1–3 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 383 in Carmel.

  • 304 miroad distance
  • 5 h 57 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,500–$3,7202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 304 miles (258 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 57 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
383 (245 interstate)

Reverse: Carmel → Davenport

Moving from Davenport to Carmel is a regional long-distance move of roughly 304 road miles, heading southeast from Iowa to Indiana.

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 $2,500 to $3,720 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 5 h 57 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 383 around Carmel (245 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 Carmel.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Carmel about 105,634. The two cities have comparable density (1,594 and 2,032 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Davenport to Carmel

Full-service estimate for 304 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,150 $1,400 $1,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,500 $1,830 $2,230
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,500 $3,050 $3,720
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,000 $4,880 $5,950
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,500 $6,710 $8,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$460–$650

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

Portable container

$1,290–$1,900

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

Full-service mover

$2,500–$3,720

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 Carmel (destination)

Wheaton World Wide Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wheaton Van Lines INC

USDOT
70719
MC
87113
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46250 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
767 trucks, 937 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (317) 849-7900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ktl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ktl INC

USDOT
2352168
MC
805371
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (317) 565-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lsc Transportation Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1575730
MC
1452299
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46268 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (317) 550-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joyce Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
247771
MC
169755
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Call (317) 788-9210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fastmover Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3701508
MC
1295347
Based in
Fishers, IN 46038 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (609) 854-0397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Manila Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2516438
MC
873157
Based in
Carmel, IN 46032 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
61 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (559) 558-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delta Carrier

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Delta Carriers INC

USDOT
2201595
MC
1117547
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (877) 374-0304 Route Verify on FMCSA

Planes Moving And Storage Of Indianapolis INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1415648
MC
551348
Based in
Indianapolis, IN 46219 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (317) 895-1444 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 383 movers in Carmel

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Other origins to Carmel

Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,150 to $1,710 for a studio, $1,500 to $2,230 for a one-bedroom, $2,500 to $3,720 for a two-bedroom, $4,000 to $5,950 for a three-bedroom and $5,500 to $8,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carmel from Davenport?

About 304 road miles (258 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 57 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Iowa 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 Davenport to Carmel?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $460 to $650 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,290 to $1,900. 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–Carmel corridor.