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Davenport, IA → Cincinnati, OH · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Davenport to Cincinnati

About 427 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,930–$4,360, delivery in 1–3 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 558 in Cincinnati.

  • 427 miroad distance
  • 8 h 4 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,930–$4,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 427 miles (362 straight-line)
Drive time
8 h 4 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
558 (420 interstate)

Reverse: Cincinnati → Davenport

Moving from Davenport to Cincinnati is a regional long-distance move of roughly 427 road miles, heading southeast from Iowa to Ohio.

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 $2,930 to $4,360 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 8 h 4 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 558 around Cincinnati (420 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 Cincinnati.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Cincinnati about 314,367. Cincinnati is the denser city (3,976 people per square mile versus 1,594 in Davenport), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Davenport to Cincinnati

Full-service estimate for 427 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,760 $2,150 $2,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,930 $3,580 $4,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,690 $5,720 $6,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,450 $7,870 $9,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$590–$830

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,060

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

Full-service mover

$2,930–$4,360

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Davenport, IA → Cincinnati, OH. 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 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 Cincinnati (destination)

Kfn

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Kroger Fulfillment Network LLC

USDOT
81583
MC
317346
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45202 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,152 trucks, 2,170 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (513) 762-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kroger Brokerage Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Kroger Dedicated Logistics Company

USDOT
624483
MC
298044
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45202 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
455 trucks, 601 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (513) 530-7339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Procter & Gamble Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3310065
MC
1124535
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45202 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
425 trucks, 827 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (513) 460-9996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bogg Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3195710
MC
149749
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45212 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
321 trucks, 321 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (513) 916-3232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Package Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
540855
MC
217127
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45247 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
116 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (513) 741-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Obarker Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3588162
MC
1214403
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45249 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
115 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (646) 540-3983 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moon Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2800379
MC
935386
Based in
Cincinnati, OH 45241 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (513) 918-0810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mco Express Orlando INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2456323
MC
848294
Based in
Springdale, OH 45246 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (407) 420-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 558 movers in Cincinnati

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,620 for a one-bedroom, $2,930 to $4,360 for a two-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,980 for a three-bedroom and $6,450 to $9,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cincinnati from Davenport?

About 427 road miles (362 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 4 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 Ohio 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 Cincinnati?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $590 to $830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,060. 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–Cincinnati corridor.