Pierre, SD → Atlanta, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pierre to Atlanta

About 1,323 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,230–$7,790, delivery in 3–7 days, 2 carriers on the Pierre side and 3,398 in Atlanta.

1,323 miroad distance
23 h 31 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,230–$7,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pierre, South Dakota
To: Atlanta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 1,323 miles (1,121 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 31 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 3,398 (1,586 interstate)

Reverse: Atlanta → Pierre

The route from Pierre, SD to Atlanta, GA covers roughly 1,323 miles by road, a southeast-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 $5,230 to $7,790 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 31 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 3,398 around Atlanta (1,586 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 Atlanta.

Pierre has a population of about 14,000 and Atlanta about 529,110. Atlanta is the denser city (3,686 people per square mile versus 1,082 in Pierre), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike South Dakota, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pierre to Atlanta

Full-service estimate for 1,323 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,090	$2,550	$3,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,140	$3,830	$4,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,230	$6,380	$7,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,370	$10,210	$12,460
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,520	$14,040	$17,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,810–$2,550

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

Portable container

$2,200–$3,240

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

Full-service mover

$5,230–$7,790

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 Atlanta (destination)

The Home Depot

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Home Depot USA INC

USDOT: 334286
MC: 1060197
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 639 trucks, 1,072 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (770) 600-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lss28 Transportation & Logistics LLC

USDOT: 4445950
MC: 1751299
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (770) 862-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

B A H Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 467100
MC: 236232
Based in: Conley, GA 30288 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 160 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (404) 608-1300 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P Richards Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 233221
MC: 1727004
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (770) 779-4332 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ssb Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ssb Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1041301
MC: 664290
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30326 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 132 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (404) 534-5654 Route Verify on FMCSA

Napa Rayloc Rmds Quaker City Motor Parts Global Parts

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Genuine Parts Company

USDOT: 3774
MC: 168488
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (678) 934-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 617228
MC: 295835
Based in: Forest Park, GA 30297 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (770) 487-5618 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1187702
MC: 469637
Based in: Doraville, GA 30340 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (770) 333-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 3,398 movers in Atlanta

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,090 to $3,110 for a studio, $3,140 to $4,670 for a one-bedroom, $5,230 to $7,790 for a two-bedroom, $8,370 to $12,460 for a three-bedroom and $11,520 to $17,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Atlanta from Pierre?

About 1,323 road miles (1,121 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 31 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Georgia 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 Atlanta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,810 to $2,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,200 to $3,240. 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–Atlanta corridor.