Omaha, NE → Mankato, MN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Omaha to Mankato

About 268 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,520–$3,750, delivery in 1–3 days, 318 carriers on the Omaha side and 116 in Mankato.

268 miroad distance
5 h 19 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,520–$3,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Omaha, Nebraska
To: Mankato, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 268 miles (227 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 19 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 318 (200 interstate)
Movers at destination: 116 (69 interstate)

Reverse: Mankato → Omaha

Mankato sits about 268 miles northeast of Omaha, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Minnesota that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,520 to $3,750 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 5 h 19 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 116 around Mankato (69 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 Mankato.

Omaha has a population of about 488,797 and Mankato about 45,000. Omaha is considerably denser (3,433 people per square mile versus 2,236), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Minnesota is a higher-cost state than Nebraska, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Omaha to Mankato

Full-service estimate for 268 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,220	$1,490	$1,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,510	$1,840	$2,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,520	$3,070	$3,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,030	$4,920	$6,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,540	$6,760	$8,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$430–$600

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

Portable container

$1,260–$1,850

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

Full-service mover

$2,520–$3,750

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

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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

All 318 movers in Omaha

Near Mankato (destination)

Waletich Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Waletich Corporation

USDOT: 917240
MC: 396840
Based in: Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 270 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (507) 931-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Specialized INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1215999
MC: 482672
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (507) 345-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Volk Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 646587
MC: 301279
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (507) 388-1683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kato Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mankato Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 3145946
MC: 1547238
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (507) 388-9329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Mankato LLC

USDOT: 3371544
MC: 1080976
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (507) 702-3087 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anytime Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3749604
MC: 1330552
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (507) 317-8562 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mankato Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3125369
MC: 90232
Based in: Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (507) 382-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asu Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539404
MC: 1801154
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (612) 850-9533 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 116 movers in Mankato

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,810 for a studio, $1,510 to $2,250 for a one-bedroom, $2,520 to $3,750 for a two-bedroom, $4,030 to $6,000 for a three-bedroom and $5,540 to $8,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mankato from Omaha?

About 268 road miles (227 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 19 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 Minnesota 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 Mankato?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $430 to $600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,850. 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 Omaha–Mankato corridor.