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Davenport, IA → Muskegon, MI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Davenport to Muskegon

About 295 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,510–$3,740, delivery in 1–3 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 55 in Muskegon.

  • 295 miroad distance
  • 5 h 47 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,510–$3,7402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 295 miles (250 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 47 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
55 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Muskegon → Davenport

Moving from Davenport to Muskegon is a regional long-distance move of roughly 295 road miles, heading northeast from Iowa to Michigan.

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 $2,510 to $3,740 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 47 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 55 around Muskegon (26 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 Muskegon.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Muskegon about 38,000. Muskegon is the denser city (2,709 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 Muskegon

Full-service estimate for 295 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,510 $1,840 $2,240
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,510 $3,060 $3,740
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,020 $4,900 $5,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,520 $6,740 $8,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$450–$640

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

Portable container

$1,280–$1,890

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

Full-service mover

$2,510–$3,740

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Davenport, IA → Muskegon, MI. 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 Muskegon (destination)

Intra City Dispatch INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
474716
MC
198126
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (231) 739-6270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steadfast Shipping

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Steadfast Shipping LLC

USDOT
423654
MC
516749
Based in
Nunica, MI 49448 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (616) 842-1392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brockstar Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2022408
MC
962557
Based in
Norton Shores, MI 49444 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (231) 744-9561 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Michigan Dirtworks LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1924914
MC
1583638
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (231) 788-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricdas LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2189615
MC
760009
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (989) 817-2060 Route Verify on FMCSA

S&t Expediting LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3634075
MC
1246148
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (231) 343-4089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aidan Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3676194
MC
1276759
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (231) 638-1053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tnt Always Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3122307
MC
88656
Based in
Michigan, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (231) 578-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Muskegon

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,510 to $2,240 for a one-bedroom, $2,510 to $3,740 for a two-bedroom, $4,020 to $5,980 for a three-bedroom and $5,520 to $8,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Muskegon from Davenport?

About 295 road miles (250 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 47 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 Michigan 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 Muskegon?

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 $1,890. 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–Muskegon corridor.