Rapid City, SD → Concord, NC · Cross-country move

Movers from Rapid City to Concord

About 1,576 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,740–$8,550, delivery in 5–10 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 441 in Concord.

1,576 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,740–$8,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Concord, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,576 miles (1,335 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 441 (326 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Rapid City

The route from Rapid City, SD to Concord, NC covers roughly 1,576 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $5,740 to $8,550 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 27 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 441 around Concord (326 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 Concord.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Concord about 114,598. The two cities have comparable density (1,357 and 1,657 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that North Carolina 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 Concord

Full-service estimate for 1,576 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,300	$2,800	$3,420
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,450	$4,200	$5,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,740	$7,000	$8,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,190	$11,210	$13,670
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,640	$15,410	$18,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,220–$3,130

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

Portable container

$2,430–$3,570

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

Full-service mover

$5,740–$8,550

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 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 Concord (destination)

Ryder

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation

USDOT: 191496
MC: 154105
Based in: Concord, NC 28027 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,954 trucks, 3,010 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freshpoint

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC

USDOT: 1795137
MC: 653312
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clear Roadway Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3447504
MC: 1121363
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28213 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (704) 288-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speed Transit Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2785107
MC: 928047
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (704) 946-8027 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmm Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Redwog LLC

USDOT: 2522039
MC: 875658
Based in: Rockwell, NC 28138 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (888) 653-7040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yolo Express INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3673085
MC: 1274496
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 965-4318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Charlotte

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Charlotte LLC

USDOT: 4191842
MC: 1615630
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (864) 444-2769 Route Verify on FMCSA

Make A Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fletcher Anneheim Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 2452878
MC: 851348
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 441 movers in Concord

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,420 for a studio, $3,450 to $5,130 for a one-bedroom, $5,740 to $8,550 for a two-bedroom, $9,190 to $13,670 for a three-bedroom and $12,640 to $18,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Rapid City?

About 1,576 road miles (1,335 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 North Carolina 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 Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,220 to $3,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,430 to $3,570. 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–Concord corridor.