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Farmington, NM → Iowa City, IA · Long-distance move

Movers from Farmington to Iowa City

About 1,123 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,610–$6,860, delivery in 3–7 days, 18 carriers on the Farmington side and 43 in Iowa City.

  • 1,123 miroad distance
  • 20 h 4 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,610–$6,8602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,123 miles (952 straight-line)
Drive time
20 h 4 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
18 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination
43 (28 interstate)

Reverse: Iowa City → Farmington

Moving from Farmington to Iowa City is a long-distance move of roughly 1,123 road miles, heading northeast from New Mexico to Iowa.

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 $4,610 to $6,860 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 4 min.

On the Farmington side there are 18 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 of them authorized for interstate work), and 43 around Iowa City (28 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 Iowa City.

Farmington has a population of about 46,000 and Iowa City about 75,000. Iowa City is the denser city (2,904 people per square mile versus 1,353 in Farmington), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Farmington to Iowa City

Full-service estimate for 1,123 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,840 $2,250 $2,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,760 $3,370 $4,110
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,610 $5,620 $6,860
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,370 $8,990 $10,970
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,140 $12,360 $15,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,600–$2,260

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

Portable container

$2,020–$2,970

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

Full-service mover

$4,610–$6,860

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Farmington, NM → Iowa City, IA. 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 Farmington (origin)

Real Mojo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3407421
MC
1097825
Based in
Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (505) 947-0874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Desert Wind Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: James Earnest Crawley Sr

USDOT
1547269
MC
575049
Based in
Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (505) 328-1270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Throttle Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4113688
MC
1571779
Based in
Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (505) 787-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mi-Box

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jumbo INC

USDOT
2197486
MC
762577
Based in
Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (505) 860-4837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Somethin LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4345820
MC
1698556
Based in
Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (917) 538-5809 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crazy Jjj'S Hot Shot Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1043152
MC
436625
Based in
Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (505) 486-4820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray Bradshaw Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ray Bradshaw

USDOT
602854
MC
475333
Based in
Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (505) 333-7344 Route Verify on FMCSA

McAdam Service & Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1088138
Based in
Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (505) 327-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 18 movers in Farmington

Near Iowa City (destination)

Adamantine Spine Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Adamantine Spine Moving INC

USDOT
1471037
MC
556716
Based in
Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (319) 325-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4766652
Based in
Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (319) 210-4857 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolton Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2471478
MC
61612
Based in
Solon, IA 52333 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (319) 624-2086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slager Appliances

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2028718
MC
1754363
Based in
Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (319) 337-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Towing

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Iowa City Auto Sales LLC

USDOT
1352324
Based in
Iowa City, IA 52240 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (319) 330-1629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stannard Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
228904
MC
166228
Based in
Iowa City, IA 52246 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (319) 351-1552 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bee'S Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brendan Daryl Beachy

USDOT
2821656
MC
1068797
Based in
Kalona, IA 52247 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (319) 530-1197 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hardy Concierge Services LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4222688
Based in
North Liberty, IA 52317 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (319) 382-0721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 43 movers in Iowa City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Farmington to Iowa City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,840 to $2,740 for a studio, $2,760 to $4,110 for a one-bedroom, $4,610 to $6,860 for a two-bedroom, $7,370 to $10,970 for a three-bedroom and $10,140 to $15,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Iowa City from Farmington?

About 1,123 road miles (952 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 New Mexico into Iowa 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 Farmington to Iowa City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,600 to $2,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,020 to $2,970. 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 Farmington–Iowa City corridor.