Lawrence, KS → Bismarck, ND · Long-distance move

Movers from Lawrence to Bismarck

About 720 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,750–$5,580, delivery in 2–5 days, 17 carriers on the Lawrence side and 42 in Bismarck.

720 miroad distance
13 h 7 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,750–$5,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lawrence, Kansas
To: Bismarck, North Dakota
Road distance: ≈ 720 miles (610 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 7 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bismarck → Lawrence

Bismarck sits about 720 miles northwest of Lawrence, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kansas 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 $3,750 to $5,580 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 13 h 7 min.

On the Lawrence side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 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.

Lawrence has a population of about 95,000 and Bismarck about 76,000. Lawrence is considerably denser (2,772 people per square mile versus 2,123), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Lawrence to Bismarck

Full-service estimate for 720 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,500	$1,830	$2,230
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,250	$2,740	$3,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,750	$4,570	$5,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,000	$7,320	$8,930
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,250	$10,060	$12,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,040–$1,470

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

Portable container

$1,660–$2,450

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

Full-service mover

$3,750–$5,580

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lawrence (origin)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1380572
MC: 745731
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 312-0351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1644908
MC: 616036
Based in: Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917983
MC: 397078
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (785) 842-1115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bcv Moving On LLC

USDOT: 768024
MC: 345177
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (785) 749-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996368
MC: 727907
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (913) 645-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1397728
MC: 530604
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 218-3406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3516994
MC: 1176725
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (702) 981-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Door2door Movers LLC

USDOT: 4517072
MC: 1789178
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 200-8777 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Lawrence

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 Lawrence to Bismarck?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,500 to $2,230 for a studio, $2,250 to $3,350 for a one-bedroom, $3,750 to $5,580 for a two-bedroom, $6,000 to $8,930 for a three-bedroom and $8,250 to $12,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bismarck from Lawrence?

About 720 road miles (610 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 7 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 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 Lawrence to Bismarck?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,660 to $2,450. 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 Lawrence–Bismarck corridor.