Rapid City, SD → Augusta, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Rapid City to Augusta

About 1,596 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,800–$8,640, delivery in 5–10 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 200 in Augusta.

1,596 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,800–$8,6402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Augusta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 1,596 miles (1,353 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 200 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Rapid City

Moving from Rapid City to Augusta is a cross-country move of roughly 1,596 road miles, heading southeast from South Dakota to Georgia.

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 $5,800 to $8,640 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

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 200 around Augusta (127 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 Augusta.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Augusta about 201,999. Rapid City is considerably denser (1,357 people per square mile versus 668), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. 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 Rapid City to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 1,596 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,450
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,480	$4,250	$5,180
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,800	$7,080	$8,640
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,290	$11,320	$13,820
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,770	$15,570	$19,000

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,240–$3,160

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

Portable container

$2,440–$3,590

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

Full-service mover

$5,800–$8,640

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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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 Augusta (destination)

Turner Transportation Specialists INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 627071
MC: 141754
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (706) 722-0478 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chancey'S Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 514650
MC: 654579
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (706) 796-1642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adsi Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 754250
MC: 341078
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (706) 793-0186 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckaugusta

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thompson & Webster LLC

USDOT: 955615
MC: 408946
Based in: Augusta, GA 30909 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (706) 364-1754 Route Verify on FMCSA

H & S Transfer Companyinc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 92748
MC: 129267
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (706) 722-7582 Route Verify on FMCSA

Time Transportation & Leasing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 387338
MC: 220857
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (706) 722-5448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Freight Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2174279
MC: 869487
Based in: Hephzibah, GA 30815 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (706) 829-3538 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scotts Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348219
MC: 1699797
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (706) 306-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 200 movers in Augusta

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,320 to $3,450 for a studio, $3,480 to $5,180 for a one-bedroom, $5,800 to $8,640 for a two-bedroom, $9,290 to $13,820 for a three-bedroom and $12,770 to $19,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Rapid City?

About 1,596 road miles (1,353 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Rapid City to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,240 to $3,160 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,440 to $3,590. 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–Augusta corridor.