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Elko, NV

Lafayette, LA → Elko, NV · Cross-country move

Movers from Lafayette to Elko

About 1,790 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,260–$9,310, delivery in 5–10 days, 91 carriers on the Lafayette side and 4 in Elko.

  • 1,790 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,260–$9,3102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,790 miles (1,517 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
91 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
4 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Elko → Lafayette

Elko sits about 1,790 miles northwest of Lafayette, which makes this an interstate relocation from Louisiana to Nevada that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,260 to $9,310 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lafayette side there are 91 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 4 around Elko (4 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 Elko.

Lafayette has a population of about 123,311 and Elko about 21,000. Lafayette is considerably denser (2,175 people per square mile versus 1,152), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Nevada is a higher-cost state than Louisiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lafayette to Elko

Full-service estimate for 1,790 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,500 $3,050 $3,720
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,750 $4,580 $5,590
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,260 $7,630 $9,310
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,010 $12,210 $14,900
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,770 $16,790 $20,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,440–$3,440

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

Portable container

$2,620–$3,850

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

Full-service mover

$6,260–$9,310

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Lafayette, LA → Elko, NV. 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 Lafayette (origin)

Cm Contractors Of LA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3700976
MC
1794180
Based in
Scott, LA 70583 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (337) 288-4945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dedicated Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
863701
MC
379976
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (337) 706-8846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Macro Environmental Specialties LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1596229
MC
942529
Based in
Broussard, LA 70518 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (337) 839-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cajun Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2309280
MC
788388
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70507 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (337) 230-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bjb Group LLC

USDOT
2554983
MC
890877
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (337) 417-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Moving & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
52766
MC
143588
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (337) 234-2361 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Moving Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3610864
MC
1229882
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (337) 319-4202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bacio Acadiana Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4495496
MC
1777700
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (337) 504-4395 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Lafayette

Near Elko (destination)

Naranjoherrera LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
7891195
MC
81751123
Based in
Elko, NV 89801 (23 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (775) 421-7064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4240187
MC
1641943
Based in
Spring Creek, NV 89815 (21 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (669) 282-8000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dlmovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dobbs Legacy LLC

USDOT
4302230
MC
1681964
Based in
Spring Creek, NV 89815 (21 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (775) 293-1543 Route Verify on FMCSA

Romnick Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4471389
MC
1764767
Based in
Elko, NV 89801 (23 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (775) 622-6232 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 4 movers in Elko

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lafayette to Elko?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,500 to $3,720 for a studio, $3,750 to $5,590 for a one-bedroom, $6,260 to $9,310 for a two-bedroom, $10,010 to $14,900 for a three-bedroom and $13,770 to $20,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elko from Lafayette?

About 1,790 road miles (1,517 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Louisiana into Nevada 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 Lafayette to Elko?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,440 to $3,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,620 to $3,850. 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 Lafayette–Elko corridor.