Orlando, FL → Pierre, SD · Cross-country move

Movers from Orlando to Pierre

About 1,797 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,240–$9,280, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 2 in Pierre.

1,797 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,240–$9,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Orlando, Florida
To: Pierre, South Dakota
Road distance: ≈ 1,797 miles (1,523 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Pierre → Orlando

Moving from Orlando to Pierre is a cross-country move of roughly 1,797 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to South Dakota.

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 $6,240 to $9,280 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 31 hours (4 driving days).

On the Orlando side there are 1,200 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (385 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2 around Pierre (2 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 Pierre.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Pierre about 14,000. Orlando is considerably denser (2,781 people per square mile versus 1,082), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Orlando to Pierre

Full-service estimate for 1,797 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,490	$3,040	$3,710
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,740	$4,560	$5,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,240	$7,610	$9,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,980	$12,170	$14,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,720	$16,730	$20,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,450–$3,450

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

Portable container

$2,620–$3,860

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

Full-service mover

$6,240–$9,280

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 Orlando (origin)

Client Choice LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4147606
MC: 1591558
Based in: Orlando, FL 32805 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (401) 865-9434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Royal Trucking Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534394
MC: 712152
Based in: Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (407) 600-2339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colbert Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 6899824
MC: 51207034
Based in: Orlando, FL 32839 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (888) 800-0851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delco Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3124710
MC: 89944
Based in: Orlando, FL 32829 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (321) 400-5431 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gd Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2854652
MC: 955645
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (407) 258-3015 Route Verify on FMCSA

1st Class Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 123 Moving Solutions INC

USDOT: 2516919
MC: 873384
Based in: Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (407) 456-7668 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express Orlando LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4270194
MC: 1658272
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (407) 859-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Distributors Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 694372
MC: 321863
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (407) 851-1615 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Pierre (destination)

Charles Baker Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 234062
MC: 210452
Based in: Murdo, SD 57559 (37 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (605) 669-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Darrel Hinkle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2340535
MC: 799203
Based in: Holabird, SD 57540 (36 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (605) 852-2298 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2 movers in Pierre

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Orlando to Pierre?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,490 to $3,710 for a studio, $3,740 to $5,570 for a one-bedroom, $6,240 to $9,280 for a two-bedroom, $9,980 to $14,850 for a three-bedroom and $13,720 to $20,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pierre from Orlando?

About 1,797 road miles (1,523 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Florida 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 Orlando to Pierre?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,450 to $3,450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,620 to $3,860. 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 Orlando–Pierre corridor.