Sparks, NV

Dothan, AL → Sparks, NV · Cross-country move

Movers from Dothan to Sparks

About 2,363 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,040–$10,480, delivery in 7–14 days, 112 carriers on the Dothan side and 90 in Sparks.

  • 2,363 miroad distance
  • 41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,040–$10,4802-bedroom estimate
Photo: Ken Lund from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,363 miles (2,003 straight-line)
Drive time
41 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
112 (77 interstate)
Movers at destination
90 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Sparks → Dothan

Sparks sits about 2,363 miles northwest of Dothan, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alabama to Nevada that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $7,040 to $10,480 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 41 hours (5 driving days).

On the Dothan side there are 112 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (77 of them authorized for interstate work), and 90 around Sparks (62 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 Sparks.

Dothan has a population of about 72,000 and Sparks about 111,902. Sparks is the denser city (2,979 people per square mile versus 791 in Dothan), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Nevada is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Dothan to Sparks

Full-service estimate for 2,363 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,820 $3,440 $4,190
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,230 $5,150 $6,290
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,040 $8,590 $10,480
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,270 $13,750 $16,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,500 $18,900 $23,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,330–$4,700

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

Portable container

$3,130–$4,600

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

Full-service mover

$7,040–$10,480

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 Dothan (origin)

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
148986
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
332 trucks, 349 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Covan World-Wide Movingincorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
256677
MC
115366
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
208 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Coleman Worldwide Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2897746
MC
974169
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Powell Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
457381
MC
246135
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Road Runners Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1357693
MC
507202
Based in
Dothan, AL 36301 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Coleman American Companies INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119395
MC
458318
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Trans Global Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119412
MC
458326
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Clockwork Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2785148
MC
928069
Based in
Dothan, AL 36305 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 112 movers in Dothan

Near Sparks (destination)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1491614
MC
644134
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
84 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

California Sierra Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
363648
MC
222282
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Sema Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3245513
MC
1020268
Based in
Reno, NV 89501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

High Mountain Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
832560
MC
224896
Based in
Sparks, NV 89434 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate
USDOT
80232
MC
98286
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3387545
MC
1088202
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Full Tilt Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3010394
MC
28785
Based in
Reno, NV 89521 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Jbc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2473334
MC
855362
Based in
Reno, NV 89506 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 90 movers in Sparks

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Dothan to Sparks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,820 to $4,190 for a studio, $4,230 to $6,290 for a one-bedroom, $7,040 to $10,480 for a two-bedroom, $11,270 to $16,770 for a three-bedroom and $15,500 to $23,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sparks from Dothan?

About 2,363 road miles (2,003 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Alabama into Nevada 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 Dothan to Sparks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,330 to $4,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,130 to $4,600. 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 Dothan–Sparks corridor.