Galveston, TX → Bemidji, MN · Long-distance move

Movers from Galveston to Bemidji

About 1,492 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,870–$8,740, delivery in 3–7 days, 37 carriers on the Galveston side and 27 in Bemidji.

1,492 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,870–$8,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Galveston, Texas
To: Bemidji, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 1,492 miles (1,264 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 37 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (12 interstate)

Reverse: Bemidji → Galveston

Moving from Galveston to Bemidji is a long-distance move of roughly 1,492 road miles, heading north from Texas to Minnesota.

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 $5,870 to $8,740 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the Galveston side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 27 around Bemidji (12 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 Bemidji.

Galveston has a population of about 53,000 and Bemidji about 15,000. Galveston is considerably denser (1,308 people per square mile versus 914), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Galveston to Bemidji

Full-service estimate for 1,492 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,350	$2,860	$3,490
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,520	$4,300	$5,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,870	$7,160	$8,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,400	$11,460	$13,980
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,920	$15,760	$19,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,130–$3,010

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

Portable container

$2,350–$3,460

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

Full-service mover

$5,870–$8,740

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 Galveston (origin)

Rollin Out Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3697335
MC: 1292296
Based in: Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (985) 601-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Tech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2090316
MC: 729281
Based in: Santa Fe, TX 77510 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (832) 864-3379 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cygnus Elite Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4337094
MC: 1728732
Based in: Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (409) 939-9709 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acjp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9056898
MC: 88460689
Based in: LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (347) 989-5401 Route Verify on FMCSA

4rodllc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9139602
Based in: LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (409) 454-0749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Statewide Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2026122
MC: 712238
Based in: Galveston, TX 77551 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (832) 884-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

M Ran Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2791855
MC: 926762
Based in: LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (310) 654-6232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sorto Freight Solutions LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6056956
Based in: LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (409) 916-1738 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Galveston

Near Bemidji (destination)

Blue Ox Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jake Sobieck INC

USDOT: 3426527
MC: 1167990
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (218) 308-6001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchants Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2361651
MC: 872523
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (218) 751-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uncle Sams Moving Crew LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4467758
MC: 1762889
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 551-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tc Recycling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tc Lighting Supplies And Recycling INC

USDOT: 2545284
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (218) 751-9091 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bemidji Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 590460
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (218) 751-4958 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speeds LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2149793
MC: 1068743
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (218) 760-0525 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Fast Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4400809
Based in: Solway, MN 56678 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 214-0440 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Smith

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1198540
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (218) 444-3148 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Bemidji

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Galveston to Bemidji?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,350 to $3,490 for a studio, $3,520 to $5,240 for a one-bedroom, $5,870 to $8,740 for a two-bedroom, $9,400 to $13,980 for a three-bedroom and $12,920 to $19,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bemidji from Galveston?

About 1,492 road miles (1,264 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 Texas 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 Galveston to Bemidji?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,130 to $3,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,350 to $3,460. 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 Galveston–Bemidji corridor.