Rapid City, SD → Daytona Beach, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Rapid City to Daytona Beach

About 1,878 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,360–$9,470, delivery in 5–10 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 88 in Daytona Beach.

1,878 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,360–$9,4702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Daytona Beach, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,878 miles (1,591 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 88 (41 interstate)

Reverse: Daytona Beach → Rapid City

Daytona Beach sits about 1,878 miles southeast of Rapid City, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Dakota to Florida that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,360 to $9,470 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 33 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 88 around Daytona Beach (41 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 Daytona Beach.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Daytona Beach about 75,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,357 and 1,078 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Rapid City to Daytona Beach

Full-service estimate for 1,878 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,550	$3,100	$3,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,360	$7,760	$9,470
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,180	$12,420	$15,150
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,000	$17,070	$20,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,680–$3,780

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

Portable container

$2,700–$3,960

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

Full-service mover

$6,360–$9,470

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 Daytona Beach (destination)

Two Men And A Truck Volusia County

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sj Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1453634
MC: 549276
Based in: Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (386) 255-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wrws LLC

USDOT: 4517846
MC: 1800787
Based in: South Daytona, FL 32119 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (386) 200-5230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Never Miss A Spot Transportation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9545444
Based in: Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (386) 346-5691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ivey Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ivey Trans LLC

USDOT: 3675946
MC: 1276548
Based in: Daytona Beach, FL 32115 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (386) 451-3980 Verify on FMCSA

Azani Logistics Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4530827
MC: 1796525
Based in: Daytona Beach, FL 32117 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (386) 248-7264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trimark Leasing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4531289
MC: 1796786
Based in: Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (480) 274-2756 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harrell Specialized Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9970632
MC: 92348666
Based in: Deland, FL 32724 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (386) 717-4412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grade A Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Essential Moving Experts LLC

USDOT: 3710980
MC: 1302386
Based in: Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 602-8369 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 88 movers in Daytona Beach

Tips for this move

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).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Daytona Beach accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rapid City to Daytona Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,790 for a studio, $3,820 to $5,680 for a one-bedroom, $6,360 to $9,470 for a two-bedroom, $10,180 to $15,150 for a three-bedroom and $14,000 to $20,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Daytona Beach from Rapid City?

About 1,878 road miles (1,591 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 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 Florida 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 Daytona Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,680 to $3,780 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,700 to $3,960. 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–Daytona Beach corridor.