Duluth, MN → St. Charles, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Duluth to St. Charles

About 658 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,720–$5,530, delivery in 2–5 days, 57 carriers on the Duluth side and 327 in St. Charles.

658 miroad distance
12 h 3 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,720–$5,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Duluth, Minnesota
To: St. Charles, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 658 miles (557 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 3 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 57 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination: 327 (212 interstate)

Reverse: St. Charles → Duluth

The route from Duluth, MN to St. Charles, MO covers roughly 658 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the 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 $3,720 to $5,530 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 3 min.

On the Duluth side there are 57 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 327 around St. Charles (212 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 St. Charles.

Duluth has a population of about 86,000 and St. Charles about 72,000. St. Charles is the denser city (2,797 people per square mile versus 1,210 in Duluth), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in Minnesota, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Duluth to St. Charles

Full-service estimate for 658 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,490	$1,810	$2,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,230	$2,720	$3,320
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,720	$4,530	$5,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,950	$7,250	$8,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,180	$9,970	$12,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,380

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,360

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

Full-service mover

$3,720–$5,530

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Duluth (origin)

Halvor Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 75250
MC: 146133
Based in: Superior, WI 54880 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 687 trucks, 688 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (715) 392-8161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miner'S Enterprises A Division Of Miner'S Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Miner'S Incorporated

USDOT: 268169
MC: 147177
Based in: Hermantown, MN 55811 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (218) 729-3310 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sinex Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2322412
MC: 792780
Based in: Superior, WI 54880 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (218) 227-5528 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wherley Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1778756
MC: 648837
Based in: Duluth, MN 55811 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (218) 727-8811 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1129233
MC: 479810
Based in: Superior, WI 54880 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (715) 392-8500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fdl Star

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fdl Star Construction LLC

USDOT: 4177839
MC: 1608016
Based in: Superior, WI 54880 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (715) 398-2964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bachand Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bachand Group Incorporated

USDOT: 2250384
MC: 767610
Based in: Superior, WI 54880 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (715) 394-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skibo Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4252537
MC: 1651054
Based in: Hermantown, MN 55810 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (218) 343-1864 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 57 movers in Duluth

Near St. Charles (destination)

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hogan Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 1137660
MC: 458854
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (314) 813-2777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stl Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2523551
MC: 876335
Based in: St Charles, MO 63301 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 544 trucks, 256 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (314) 396-6922 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1808215
MC: 657151
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Itf LLC

USDOT: 2096411
MC: 731267
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (314) 695-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Express Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3269801
MC: 1032064
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 129 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (314) 255-6444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Artur Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 767997
MC: 343003
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 112 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schnuck Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 298545
MC: 230436
Based in: Kinloch, MO 63140 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 146 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (314) 344-9681 Route Verify on FMCSA

Davidson Surface Air INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 375704
MC: 261606
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (314) 298-1885 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 327 movers in St. Charles

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in St. Charles if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Duluth to St. Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,490 to $2,210 for a studio, $2,230 to $3,320 for a one-bedroom, $3,720 to $5,530 for a two-bedroom, $5,950 to $8,850 for a three-bedroom and $8,180 to $12,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Charles from Duluth?

About 658 road miles (557 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Minnesota into Missouri 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 Duluth to St. Charles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $980 to $1,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,610 to $2,360. 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 Duluth–St. Charles corridor.