Bismarck, ND

Jonesboro, AR → Bismarck, ND · Long-distance move

Movers from Jonesboro to Bismarck

About 1,087 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,550–$6,770, delivery in 3–7 days, 42 carriers on the Jonesboro side and 42 in Bismarck.

  • 1,087 miroad distance
  • 19 h 27 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,550–$6,7702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,087 miles (921 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 27 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
42 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination
42 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bismarck → Jonesboro

Bismarck sits about 1,087 miles northwest of Jonesboro, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arkansas to North Dakota 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 $4,550 to $6,770 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 19 h 27 min.

On the Jonesboro side there are 42 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Bismarck (32 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 Bismarck.

Jonesboro has a population of about 81,000 and Bismarck about 76,000. Bismarck is the denser city (2,123 people per square mile versus 980 in Jonesboro), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. North Dakota is a higher-cost state than Arkansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Jonesboro to Bismarck

Full-service estimate for 1,087 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,820 $2,220 $2,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,730 $3,330 $4,060
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,550 $5,550 $6,770
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,280 $8,870 $10,830
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,010 $12,200 $14,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,570–$2,210

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

Portable container

$1,990–$2,930

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

Full-service mover

$4,550–$6,770

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 Jonesboro (origin)

Timmons Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
906107
MC
392769
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
129 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Loggins Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
687249
MC
319261
Based in
Lake City, AR 72437 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Stone Concepts L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2912340
MC
1170005
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72404 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

W L Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1376503
MC
525505
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

The Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2919912
MC
984411
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Childers Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1694025
MC
622049
Based in
Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Coco Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4243814
MC
1643841
Based in
Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Eddleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2011807
MC
745116
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 42 movers in Jonesboro

Near Bismarck (destination)

Ccfs

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
313378
MC
209657
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
450 trucks, 507 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

P & B Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
653395
MC
302954
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Aaction Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
212818
MC
228559
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Delabarre Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1318666
MC
510389
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

North Central Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
911282
MC
395087
Based in
Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Four Winds Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2369162
MC
812625
Based in
Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Liberty Cargo Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3080375
MC
1169375
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Bountiful Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2416881
MC
834675
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 42 movers in Bismarck

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jonesboro to Bismarck?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,820 to $2,710 for a studio, $2,730 to $4,060 for a one-bedroom, $4,550 to $6,770 for a two-bedroom, $7,280 to $10,830 for a three-bedroom and $10,010 to $14,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bismarck from Jonesboro?

About 1,087 road miles (921 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 27 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 Arkansas into North Dakota 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 Jonesboro to Bismarck?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,570 to $2,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,990 to $2,930. 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 Jonesboro–Bismarck corridor.