Rapid City, SD → Ashland, OR · Long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Ashland

About 1,166 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,110–$7,600, delivery in 3–7 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 5 in Ashland.

1,166 miroad distance
20 h 48 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,110–$7,6002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Ashland, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 1,166 miles (988 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 48 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 5 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Ashland → Rapid City

Moving from Rapid City to Ashland is a long-distance move of roughly 1,166 road miles, heading west from South Dakota to Oregon.

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 $5,110 to $7,600 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 20 h 48 min.

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 5 around Ashland (1 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 Ashland.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Ashland about 21,000. Ashland is the denser city (3,219 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. Oregon is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Oregon 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 Ashland

Full-service estimate for 1,166 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,040	$2,490	$3,040
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,070	$3,740	$4,560
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,110	$6,230	$7,600
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,180	$9,970	$12,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,240	$13,710	$16,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,650–$2,330

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

Portable container

$2,060–$3,030

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

Full-service mover

$5,110–$7,600

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 Ashland (destination)

Earth Stewards LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2186546
Based in: Talent, OR 97540 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (541) 646-1864 Route Verify on FMCSA

Junior Mover

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Gary E Stamps

USDOT: 2205624
Based in: Ashland, OR 97520 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (541) 621-3059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peoples Warehouse INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 26826
MC: 32168
Based in: Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (36 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (541) 884-7425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jamayca'S Holdings LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1840557
MC: 667062
Based in: Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (36 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (541) 539-8181 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&c Hauling Limited Liability Company

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3482383
MC: 1143370
Based in: Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (36 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (541) 827-9116 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 5 movers in Ashland

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,040 to $3,040 for a studio, $3,070 to $4,560 for a one-bedroom, $5,110 to $7,600 for a two-bedroom, $8,180 to $12,160 for a three-bedroom and $11,240 to $16,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ashland from Rapid City?

About 1,166 road miles (988 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 48 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 Oregon 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 Ashland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,650 to $2,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,060 to $3,030. 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–Ashland corridor.