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Rapid City, SD

Orlando, FL → Rapid City, SD · Cross-country move

Movers from Orlando to Rapid City

About 1,917 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,420–$9,560, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 23 in Rapid City.

  • 1,917 miroad distance
  • 33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,420–$9,5602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,917 miles (1,624 straight-line)
Drive time
33 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
23 (17 interstate)

Reverse: Rapid City → Orlando

Rapid City sits about 1,917 miles northwest of Orlando, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to South 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 $6,420 to $9,560 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 33 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 23 around Rapid City (17 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 Rapid City.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Rapid City about 80,000. Orlando is considerably denser (2,781 people per square mile versus 1,357), 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 Rapid City

Full-service estimate for 1,917 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,570 $3,130 $3,820
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,850 $4,700 $5,730
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,420 $7,830 $9,560
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,280 $12,530 $15,290
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,130 $17,230 $21,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,720–$3,840

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

Portable container

$2,730–$4,020

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

Full-service mover

$6,420–$9,560

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Orlando, FL → Rapid City, SD. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Rapid City (destination)

The Moving Guys LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3199241
MC
160684
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57702 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (605) 877-2258 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northwestern Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
159450
MC
142617
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (605) 342-1460 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Central Supply INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
126865
MC
158116
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (605) 343-5486 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
207599
MC
146767
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1981
Call (605) 342-7060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dakota Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dakota Express Transportation INC

USDOT
379471
MC
226380
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (605) 341-5458 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thomas & Sons Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2997736
MC
22439
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57702 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (605) 787-3871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aces And Eights Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3232950
MC
1013972
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (612) 406-1441 Route Verify on FMCSA

D & D Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4017443
MC
1514392
Based in
Rapid City, SD 57701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (605) 858-4772 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 23 movers in Rapid City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Orlando to Rapid City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,570 to $3,820 for a studio, $3,850 to $5,730 for a one-bedroom, $6,420 to $9,560 for a two-bedroom, $10,280 to $15,290 for a three-bedroom and $14,130 to $21,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rapid City from Orlando?

About 1,917 road miles (1,624 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 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 Rapid City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,720 to $3,840 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,730 to $4,020. 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–Rapid City corridor.