Grand Forks, ND → Branson, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Grand Forks to Branson

About 950 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,320–$6,430, delivery in 2–5 days, 40 carriers on the Grand Forks side and 19 in Branson.

950 miroad distance
17 h 5 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,320–$6,4302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Grand Forks, North Dakota
To: Branson, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 950 miles (805 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 5 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 40 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Branson → Grand Forks

Branson sits about 950 miles south of Grand Forks, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Dakota to Missouri that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,320 to $6,430 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 17 h 5 min.

On the Grand Forks side there are 40 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Branson (13 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 Branson.

Grand Forks has a population of about 59,000 and Branson about 13,000. Grand Forks is considerably denser (2,037 people per square mile versus 592), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Grand Forks to Branson

Full-service estimate for 950 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,730	$2,110	$2,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,590	$3,160	$3,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,320	$5,270	$6,430
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,910	$8,430	$10,280
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,500	$11,590	$14,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,750

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

Full-service mover

$4,320–$6,430

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Grand Forks (origin)

Freightex Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2387910
MC: 816635
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (701) 757-1170 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawkes Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 460295
MC: 475583
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (701) 775-5156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spicer Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bruce Spicer Mark Spicer Brad Spicer Cliff Spicer

USDOT: 237868
MC: 157037
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (701) 772-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3312635
MC: 1052564
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58201 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (701) 772-2620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Senske & Son

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Senske & Son Transfer Co

USDOT: 125571
MC: 158090
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 746-6472 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lunseth Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330680
MC: 1061342
Based in: Manvel, ND 58256 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (701) 741-3340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whalen'S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whalens INC

USDOT: 35282
MC: 101940
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 775-5557 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pearl Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: David L Schmidt

USDOT: 1796422
MC: 653647
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (218) 779-8423 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 40 movers in Grand Forks

Near Branson (destination)

Lnr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2109108
MC: 735398
Based in: Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (417) 683-5456 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slapout Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3062295
MC: 55984
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (870) 688-6801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jones Trucking Lines LLC

USDOT: 2435892
MC: 1570931
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (870) 416-1541 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Yankee Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3624
MC: 107803
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (870) 416-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Solid Rock Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3269704
MC: 1032005
Based in: Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (417) 543-1223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordable Box Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jacob R Keller

USDOT: 2455026
MC: 847753
Based in: Galena, MO 65656 (16 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (417) 337-5200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pda Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1760410
MC: 643614
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (870) 743-3078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cpnr Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cpnr Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 3032013
MC: 39892
Based in: Everton, AR 72633 (40 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (870) 577-7468 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Branson

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Grand Forks to Branson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,730 to $2,570 for a studio, $2,590 to $3,860 for a one-bedroom, $4,320 to $6,430 for a two-bedroom, $6,910 to $10,280 for a three-bedroom and $9,500 to $14,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Branson from Grand Forks?

About 950 road miles (805 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 5 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 North Dakota 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 Grand Forks to Branson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. 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 Grand Forks–Branson corridor.