Rapid City, SD → Goodyear, AZ · Long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Goodyear

About 1,055 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,690–$6,970, delivery in 3–7 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 201 in Goodyear.

1,055 miroad distance
18 h 53 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,690–$6,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Goodyear, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,055 miles (894 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 53 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 201 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Goodyear → Rapid City

Goodyear sits about 1,055 miles southwest of Rapid City, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Dakota to Arizona that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,690 to $6,970 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 18 h 53 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 201 around Goodyear (97 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 Goodyear.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Goodyear about 125,359. Rapid City is considerably denser (1,357 people per square mile versus 498), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Arizona 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 Goodyear

Full-service estimate for 1,055 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,880	$2,290	$2,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,810	$3,430	$4,180
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,690	$5,720	$6,970
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,500	$9,150	$11,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,310	$12,580	$15,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,530–$2,170

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

Portable container

$1,960–$2,880

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

Full-service mover

$4,690–$6,970

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 Goodyear (destination)

Hickman'S Egg Ranch INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 495506
MC: 432065
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (623) 872-1120 Route Verify on FMCSA

45-2382609

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Speedsmart Freight Services INC

USDOT: 2587323
MC: 906963
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (623) 474-6226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Englund Equipment Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95333
MC: 129510
Based in: Avondale, AZ 85323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (623) 936-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Impact Diversity Express Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2893224
MC: 972024
Based in: Tolleson, AZ 85353 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1295053
MC: 562724
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (602) 469-2969 Route Verify on FMCSA

Precision Heavy Haul INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 490862
MC: 216287
Based in: Tolleson, AZ 85353 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (623) 936-6161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bosnic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1419534
MC: 527402
Based in: Laveen, AZ 85339 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (602) 237-8220 Route Verify on FMCSA

J & J Transports INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2556837
MC: 891686
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 714-0266 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 201 movers in Goodyear

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,880 to $2,790 for a studio, $2,810 to $4,180 for a one-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,970 for a two-bedroom, $7,500 to $11,160 for a three-bedroom and $10,310 to $15,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Goodyear from Rapid City?

About 1,055 road miles (894 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 53 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 Arizona 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 Goodyear?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,530 to $2,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,960 to $2,880. 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–Goodyear corridor.