Omaha, NE → Aberdeen, SD · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Omaha to Aberdeen

About 371 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,770–$4,120, delivery in 1–3 days, 318 carriers on the Omaha side and 9 in Aberdeen.

371 miroad distance
7 h 6 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,770–$4,1202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Omaha, Nebraska
To: Aberdeen, South Dakota
Road distance: ≈ 371 miles (315 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 6 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 318 (200 interstate)
Movers at destination: 9 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Aberdeen → Omaha

The route from Omaha, NE to Aberdeen, SD covers roughly 371 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,770 to $4,120 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 6 min.

On the Omaha side there are 318 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (200 of them authorized for interstate work), and 9 around Aberdeen (9 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 Aberdeen.

Omaha has a population of about 488,797 and Aberdeen about 28,000. Omaha is considerably denser (3,433 people per square mile versus 1,725), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. South Dakota levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Omaha to Aberdeen

Full-service estimate for 371 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,660	$2,030	$2,470
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,770	$3,380	$4,120
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,430	$5,410	$6,600
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,100	$7,430	$9,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$530–$750

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

Portable container

$1,350–$1,990

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

Full-service mover

$2,770–$4,120

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 Omaha (origin)

Amcon Distributing Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 300388
MC: 76939
Based in: Omaha, NE 68122 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 459 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (402) 331-3727 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accutran

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Transportation Specialists LTD

USDOT: 193227
MC: 155796
Based in: Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 292 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (402) 895-9610 Route Verify on FMCSA

H & M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 290983
MC: 198858
Based in: Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 280 trucks, 271 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (402) 431-9410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ford Storage & Moving Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 563314
MC: 254535
Based in: Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 240 trucks, 193 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (402) 592-5455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Greater Omaha Express LLC

USDOT: 1496724
MC: 562575
Based in: Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (402) 731-8009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Select Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1098759
MC: 448741
Based in: Omaha, NE 68127 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (402) 935-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nebraska Atlantic Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 597730
MC: 288243
Based in: LA Vista, NE 68128 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (402) 332-0200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jibreel Amin Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Peace Messenger Transport INC

USDOT: 2009496
MC: 708519
Based in: Omaha, NE 68134 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (531) 344-6147 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Aberdeen (destination)

Demaray Harvesting & Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 418613
MC: 260450
Based in: Columbia, SD 57433 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (630) 926-6662 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dial A Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dial-A-Move INC

USDOT: 885778
MC: 386322
Based in: Aberdeen, SD 57401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (605) 202-5563 Route Verify on FMCSA

Double Duty Movers & Portable Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Double Duty Portable Storage And Movers INC

USDOT: 2251443
MC: 783890
Based in: Aberdeen, SD 57401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (605) 290-0234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Esaak Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2063548
MC: 943864
Based in: Aberdeen, SD 57401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (562) 413-6290 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rbow Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3895010
MC: 1433161
Based in: Aberdeen, SD 57401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (617) 293-4306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Milbrandt Enterprises INC

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Greg G Milbrandt

USDOT: 934701
Based in: Groton, SD 57445 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (605) 395-6581 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pernsteiner Farm

Interstate carrier

Legal name: James G Pernsteiner

USDOT: 1439877
MC: 544077
Based in: Ellendale, ND 58436 (43 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (701) 349-3855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mayer Grain And Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2262675
MC: 782564
Based in: Frankfort, SD 57440 (44 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (605) 472-0334 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 9 movers in Aberdeen

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Omaha to Aberdeen?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,660 to $2,470 for a one-bedroom, $2,770 to $4,120 for a two-bedroom, $4,430 to $6,600 for a three-bedroom and $6,100 to $9,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aberdeen from Omaha?

About 371 road miles (315 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Nebraska 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 Omaha to Aberdeen?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $530 to $750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,990. 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 Omaha–Aberdeen corridor.