Pierre, SD → Aspen, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Pierre to Aspen

About 579 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,630–$5,400, delivery in 2–5 days, 2 carriers on the Pierre side and 29 in Aspen.

579 miroad distance
10 h 41 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,630–$5,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pierre, South Dakota
To: Aspen, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 579 miles (490 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 41 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Aspen → Pierre

The route from Pierre, SD to Aspen, CO covers roughly 579 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the 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 $3,630 to $5,400 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 10 h 41 min.

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 29 around Aspen (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 Aspen.

Pierre has a population of about 14,000 and Aspen about 7,000. Aspen is the denser city (1,813 people per square mile versus 1,082 in Pierre), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike South Dakota, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pierre to Aspen

Full-service estimate for 579 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,450	$1,770	$2,160
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,180	$2,660	$3,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,630	$4,430	$5,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,810	$7,090	$8,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,990	$9,740	$11,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$890–$1,260

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

Portable container

$1,540–$2,260

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

Full-service mover

$3,630–$5,400

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 Aspen (destination)

Aspen Waste Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4333391
MC: 1692201
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (605) 553-3429 Route Verify on FMCSA

Columbine Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Columbine Storage Center INC

USDOT: 651463
Based in: Aspen, CO 81611 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (970) 925-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Columbine Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alpine Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 3367776
Based in: Aspen, CO 81611 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 925-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aspen Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: 237 Ams LLC

USDOT: 1791781
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 927-4900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haul It All Store It All

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Steury & Associates

USDOT: 3309092
Based in: Snowmass, CO 81654 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 787-5183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Form 44 Construction Management

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4252901
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (770) 709-8730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmar Lewis Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jeff Lewis

USDOT: 1769840
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 927-3173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cadogan Tate Aspen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Olde Towne Antiques Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 888572
MC: 392360
Based in: Carbondale, CO 81623 (18 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (970) 384-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 29 movers in Aspen

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,450 to $2,160 for a studio, $2,180 to $3,240 for a one-bedroom, $3,630 to $5,400 for a two-bedroom, $5,810 to $8,650 for a three-bedroom and $7,990 to $11,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aspen from Pierre?

About 579 road miles (490 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Colorado 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 Aspen?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $890 to $1,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,540 to $2,260. 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–Aspen corridor.