Lakewood, CO → Sioux Falls, SD · Long-distance move

Movers from Lakewood to Sioux Falls

About 599 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,680–$5,480, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,122 carriers on the Lakewood side and 79 in Sioux Falls.

599 miroad distance
11 h 2 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,680–$5,4802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lakewood, Colorado
To: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Road distance: ≈ 599 miles (508 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 2 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,122 (405 interstate)
Movers at destination: 79 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Sioux Falls → Lakewood

The route from Lakewood, CO to Sioux Falls, SD covers roughly 599 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 $3,680 to $5,480 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 11 h 2 min.

On the Lakewood side there are 1,122 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (405 of them authorized for interstate work), and 79 around Sioux Falls (59 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 Sioux Falls.

Lakewood has a population of about 156,927 and Sioux Falls about 213,748. Lakewood is considerably denser (3,586 people per square mile versus 2,434), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in South Dakota than in Colorado, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. South Dakota levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Sioux Falls

Full-service estimate for 599 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,470	$1,800	$2,190
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,210	$2,690	$3,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,680	$4,490	$5,480
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,890	$7,190	$8,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,100	$9,880	$12,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$920–$1,290

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

Portable container

$1,550–$2,290

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

Full-service mover

$3,680–$5,480

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 Lakewood (origin)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT: 145556
MC: 142969
Based in: Denver, CO 80229 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22520
MC: 378084
Based in: Englewood, CO 80110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 761-3195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT: 4302538
MC: 1675847
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300844
MC: 1047129
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3483705
MC: 1144340
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bts Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3115238
MC: 84879
Based in: Denver, CO 80231 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (720) 825-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,122 movers in Lakewood

Near Sioux Falls (destination)

K & J Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 171766
MC: 146600
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 132 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (605) 332-5531 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dakota Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 492947
MC: 255930
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57107 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (605) 338-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rude Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1391
MC: 64732
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57107 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (605) 335-6575 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silver Creek Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3093770
MC: 73394
Based in: Chancellor, SD 57015 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (605) 647-1380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lloyd Bultsma Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 692522
MC: 320802
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (605) 759-2247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sioux Steel Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 66163
MC: 488257
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57101 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (605) 650-0342 Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1741852
MC: 637914
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (605) 333-0620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mueller Pallets LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 776880
MC: 412614
Based in: Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (605) 368-2440 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 79 movers in Sioux Falls

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lakewood to Sioux Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,470 to $2,190 for a studio, $2,210 to $3,290 for a one-bedroom, $3,680 to $5,480 for a two-bedroom, $5,890 to $8,770 for a three-bedroom and $8,100 to $12,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sioux Falls from Lakewood?

About 599 road miles (508 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 2 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 Colorado into South 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 Lakewood to Sioux Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $920 to $1,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,550 to $2,290. 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 Lakewood–Sioux Falls corridor.