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

Movers from Davenport to Lafayette

About 249 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,320–$3,450, delivery in 1–2 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 55 in Lafayette.

  • 249 miroad distance
  • 5 hdriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,320–$3,4502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 249 miles (211 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
55 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Lafayette → Davenport

Lafayette sits about 249 miles east of Davenport, which makes this an interstate relocation from Iowa to Indiana that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,320 to $3,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h.

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 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.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Lafayette about 72,000. Lafayette is the denser city (2,409 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 Lafayette

Full-service estimate for 249 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,150 $1,400 $1,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,390 $1,690 $2,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,320 $2,820 $3,450
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,710 $4,520 $5,510
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,090 $6,210 $7,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$410–$570

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

Portable container

$1,240–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,320–$3,450

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Davenport, IA → 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 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 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 Davenport to Lafayette?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,150 to $1,710 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,070 for a one-bedroom, $2,320 to $3,450 for a two-bedroom, $3,710 to $5,510 for a three-bedroom and $5,090 to $7,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lafayette from Davenport?

About 249 road miles (211 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Lafayette?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $410 to $570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,830. 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–Lafayette corridor.