Rochester, MN

Hutchinson, KS → Rochester, MN · Long-distance move

Movers from Hutchinson to Rochester

About 588 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,530–$5,250, delivery in 2–5 days, 21 carriers on the Hutchinson side and 116 in Rochester.

  • 588 miroad distance
  • 10 h 50 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,530–$5,2502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 588 miles (499 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 50 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
21 (15 interstate)
Movers at destination
116 (72 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Hutchinson

The route from Hutchinson, KS to Rochester, MN covers roughly 588 miles by road, a northeast-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 $3,530 to $5,250 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 10 h 50 min.

On the Hutchinson side there are 21 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (15 of them authorized for interstate work), and 116 around Rochester (72 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 Rochester.

Hutchinson has a population of about 40,000 and Rochester about 124,292. Rochester is the denser city (2,187 people per square mile versus 1,628 in Hutchinson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Minnesota is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hutchinson to Rochester

Full-service estimate for 588 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,410 $1,720 $2,100
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,120 $2,580 $3,150
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,530 $4,300 $5,250
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,650 $6,890 $8,400
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,760 $9,470 $11,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$900–$1,280

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

Portable container

$1,540–$2,270

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

Full-service mover

$3,530–$5,250

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Hutchinson (origin)

Sturdi-Bilt

Interstate carrier
USDOT
686381
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Hershberger Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2203765
MC
764665
Based in
Buhler, KS 67522 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Pelkey Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1576340
MC
807128
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Fifth Wheel Yard & Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1439045
MC
543763
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67502 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Titan

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3869702
MC
1416343
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Kjb Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3131693
MC
93492
Based in
Inman, KS 67546 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Truth Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4000094
MC
1503123
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Childs Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4272049
MC
1659255
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 21 movers in Hutchinson

Near Rochester (destination)

Steve Yaggy Specialized Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
291671
MC
272806
Based in
Rochester, MN 55902 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Eagle Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
587147
MC
283784
Based in
Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Lc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1561552
MC
579169
Based in
Kasson, MN 55944 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Piepho Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
286311
MC
133951
Based in
Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Two Men And A Truck Rochester Mn

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2468021
MC
861017
Based in
Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Kautz Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
717630
MC
330197
Based in
Pine Island, MN 55963 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Servicemaster Of Rochester

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1221281
Based in
Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Channel One Regional Food Bank

Interstate carrier
USDOT
682434
Based in
Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

All 116 movers in Rochester

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hutchinson to Rochester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $2,120 to $3,150 for a one-bedroom, $3,530 to $5,250 for a two-bedroom, $5,650 to $8,400 for a three-bedroom and $7,760 to $11,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Hutchinson?

About 588 road miles (499 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 50 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 Kansas 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 Hutchinson to Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $900 to $1,280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,540 to $2,270. 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 Hutchinson–Rochester corridor.