Pierre, SD → Flint, MI · Long-distance move

Movers from Pierre to Flint

About 985 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,400–$6,550, delivery in 2–5 days, 2 carriers on the Pierre side and 142 in Flint.

985 miroad distance
17 h 41 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,400–$6,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pierre, South Dakota
To: Flint, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 985 miles (834 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 41 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Flint → Pierre

The route from Pierre, SD to Flint, MI covers roughly 985 miles by road, a east-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 $4,400 to $6,550 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 17 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 142 around Flint (39 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 Flint.

Pierre has a population of about 14,000 and Flint about 79,000. Flint is the denser city (2,430 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 Michigan does collect a state income tax, unlike South Dakota, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pierre to Flint

Full-service estimate for 985 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,760	$2,150	$2,620
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,640	$3,220	$3,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,400	$5,370	$6,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,040	$8,590	$10,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,680	$11,810	$14,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,900–$2,790

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

Full-service mover

$4,400–$6,550

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 Flint (destination)

Two Men And Atruckgenesee County

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jarrs INC

USDOT: 1387252
Based in: Flint, MI 48507 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (810) 459-8028 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gwb Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1643406
MC: 990686
Based in: Flint, MI 48532 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (810) 625-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kdk Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2010508
MC: 708740
Based in: Davison, MI 48423 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (810) 531-5071 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hunter Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3250225
MC: 1022712
Based in: Swartz Creek, MI 48473 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (817) 210-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kamryn Gabriel Incorporated

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1483024
MC: 558950
Based in: Flint, MI 48505 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (810) 577-3782 Route Verify on FMCSA

H&l Transports LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2208246
MC: 766227
Based in: Davison, MI 48423 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (810) 280-2642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ams Express Freight

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ams Custom Building And Remodeling INC

USDOT: 4023358
MC: 1518145
Based in: Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (248) 830-0046 Route Verify on FMCSA

Romero'S Safe Transports LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4207433
MC: 1624182
Based in: Flint, MI 48503 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (305) 849-8486 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Flint

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,760 to $2,620 for a studio, $2,640 to $3,930 for a one-bedroom, $4,400 to $6,550 for a two-bedroom, $7,040 to $10,480 for a three-bedroom and $9,680 to $14,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Flint from Pierre?

About 985 road miles (834 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 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 Michigan 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 Flint?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,790. 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–Flint corridor.