Rapid City, SD → Arvada, CO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Arvada

About 365 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,940–$4,370, delivery in 1–3 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 521 in Arvada.

365 miroad distance
7 hdriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,940–$4,3702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Arvada, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 365 miles (309 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 521 (164 interstate)

Reverse: Arvada → Rapid City

Moving from Rapid City to Arvada is a regional long-distance move of roughly 365 road miles, heading south from South Dakota to Colorado.

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 $2,940 to $4,370 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h.

On the Rapid City side there are 23 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 521 around Arvada (164 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 Arvada.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Arvada about 122,901. Arvada is the denser city (3,198 people per square mile versus 1,357 in Rapid City), 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 Rapid City to Arvada

Full-service estimate for 365 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,520	$1,860
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,760	$2,150	$2,620
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,940	$3,580	$4,370
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,700	$5,730	$7,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,470	$7,880	$9,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$530–$740

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

Portable container

$1,350–$1,980

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

Full-service mover

$2,940–$4,370

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 Rapid City (origin)

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

Near Arvada (destination)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT: 145556
MC: 142969
Based in: Denver, CO 80229 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300844
MC: 1047129
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1850527
MC: 670112
Based in: Denver, CO 80216 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (303) 733-7869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kardil Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840706
MC: 951265
Based in: Denver, CO 80207 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (720) 452-7500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmaat Denver Metro LLC

USDOT: 2433161
Based in: Thornton, CO 80241 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (303) 344-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 521 movers in Arvada

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,860 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,620 for a one-bedroom, $2,940 to $4,370 for a two-bedroom, $4,700 to $7,000 for a three-bedroom and $6,470 to $9,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arvada from Rapid City?

About 365 road miles (309 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Rapid City to Arvada?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $530 to $740 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,980. 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 Rapid City–Arvada corridor.