Pierre, SD → Albany, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Pierre to Albany

About 1,567 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,480–$9,640, delivery in 5–10 days, 2 carriers on the Pierre side and 243 in Albany.

1,567 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,480–$9,6402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pierre, South Dakota
To: Albany, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,567 miles (1,328 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Albany → Pierre

The route from Pierre, SD to Albany, NY covers roughly 1,567 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,480 to $9,640 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 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Pierre side there are 2 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2 of them authorized for interstate work), and 243 around Albany (100 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 Albany.

Pierre has a population of about 14,000 and Albany about 101,698. Albany is the denser city (4,637 people per square mile versus 1,082 in Pierre), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike South Dakota, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pierre to Albany

Full-service estimate for 1,567 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,590	$3,160	$3,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,890	$4,740	$5,780
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,480	$7,900	$9,640
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,360	$12,640	$15,420
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,250	$17,370	$21,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,210–$3,120

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

Portable container

$2,420–$3,560

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

Full-service mover

$6,480–$9,640

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Pierre (origin)

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

Near Albany (destination)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 134890
MC: 141611
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,590 to $3,850 for a studio, $3,890 to $5,780 for a one-bedroom, $6,480 to $9,640 for a two-bedroom, $10,360 to $15,420 for a three-bedroom and $14,250 to $21,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albany from Pierre?

About 1,567 road miles (1,328 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 South Dakota into New York 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 Pierre to Albany?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,210 to $3,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,420 to $3,560. 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 Pierre–Albany corridor.