Laredo, TX → Bismarck, ND · Cross-country move

Movers from Laredo to Bismarck

About 1,572 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,860–$8,710, delivery in 5–10 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 42 in Bismarck.

1,572 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,860–$8,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laredo, Texas
To: Bismarck, North Dakota
Road distance: ≈ 1,572 miles (1,332 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bismarck → Laredo

Bismarck sits about 1,572 miles north of Laredo, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to North Dakota 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 $5,860 to $8,710 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 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Laredo side there are 323 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (207 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.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Bismarck about 76,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,396 and 2,123 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that North Dakota does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laredo to Bismarck

Full-service estimate for 1,572 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,340	$2,860	$3,490
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,510	$4,290	$5,230
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,860	$7,140	$8,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,370	$11,430	$13,940
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,890	$15,710	$19,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,220–$3,130

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

Portable container

$2,420–$3,560

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

Full-service mover

$5,860–$8,710

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Laredo (origin)

G & G Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3606104
MC: 1226590
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (956) 286-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Selax Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3111107
MC: 82750
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 337-7735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jigsaw Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3023251
MC: 35486
Based in: Laredo, TX 78043 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (956) 645-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhg Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3282371
MC: 1037983
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (956) 608-2242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Quick Freight Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2585079
MC: 905783
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (956) 744-7037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bgl Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3693941
MC: 1289802
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (956) 480-5781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daytona Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3081675
MC: 67637
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 740-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gou Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: G&h Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1166455
MC: 469438
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (956) 602-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 323 movers in Laredo

Near Bismarck (destination)

Ccfs

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Crosscountry Freight Solutions INC

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

Call (701) 222-8498 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (701) 221-2465 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaction Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Asp INC

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

Call (701) 223-5535 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (701) 226-2349 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (701) 663-0976 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (701) 751-1237 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (701) 975-3281 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (701) 400-6295 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Bismarck

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,340 to $3,490 for a studio, $3,510 to $5,230 for a one-bedroom, $5,860 to $8,710 for a two-bedroom, $9,370 to $13,940 for a three-bedroom and $12,890 to $19,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bismarck from Laredo?

About 1,572 road miles (1,332 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 Texas 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 Laredo to Bismarck?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,220 to $3,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,420 to $3,560. 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 Laredo–Bismarck corridor.