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Mankato, MN

Davenport, IA → Mankato, MN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Davenport to Mankato

About 293 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,580–$3,840, delivery in 1–3 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 116 in Mankato.

  • 293 miroad distance
  • 5 h 45 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,580–$3,8402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 293 miles (249 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 45 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
116 (69 interstate)

Reverse: Mankato → Davenport

The route from Davenport, IA to Mankato, MN covers roughly 293 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,580 to $3,840 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 45 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 116 around Mankato (69 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 Mankato.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Mankato about 45,000. Mankato is the denser city (2,236 people per square mile versus 1,594 in Davenport), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Minnesota 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 Mankato

Full-service estimate for 293 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,550 $1,890 $2,310
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,580 $3,150 $3,840
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,130 $5,040 $6,150
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,680 $6,930 $8,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$450–$640

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

Portable container

$1,280–$1,880

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

Full-service mover

$2,580–$3,840

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 Mankato (destination)

Waletich Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Waletich Corporation

USDOT
917240
MC
396840
Based in
Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
270 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (507) 931-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Specialized INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1215999
MC
482672
Based in
Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (507) 345-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Volk Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
646587
MC
301279
Based in
Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (507) 388-1683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kato Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mankato Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT
3145946
MC
1547238
Based in
Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (507) 388-9329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Mankato LLC

USDOT
3371544
MC
1080976
Based in
Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (507) 702-3087 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anytime Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3749604
MC
1330552
Based in
Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (507) 317-8562 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mankato Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3125369
MC
90232
Based in
Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (507) 382-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asu Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4539404
MC
1801154
Based in
Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (612) 850-9533 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 116 movers in Mankato

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,550 to $2,310 for a one-bedroom, $2,580 to $3,840 for a two-bedroom, $4,130 to $6,150 for a three-bedroom and $5,680 to $8,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mankato from Davenport?

About 293 road miles (249 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 45 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 Minnesota 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 Mankato?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $450 to $640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,280 to $1,880. 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–Mankato corridor.