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Rapid City, SD → Hot Springs, AR · Long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Hot Springs

About 1,009 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,300–$6,390, delivery in 3–7 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 27 in Hot Springs.

  • 1,009 miroad distance
  • 18 h 6 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,300–$6,3902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,009 miles (855 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 6 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination
27 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Hot Springs → Rapid City

The route from Rapid City, SD to Hot Springs, AR covers roughly 1,009 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,300 to $6,390 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 6 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 27 around Hot Springs (14 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 Hot Springs.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Hot Springs about 38,000. Rapid City is considerably denser (1,357 people per square mile versus 1,010), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Arkansas 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 Hot Springs

Full-service estimate for 1,009 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,720 $2,100 $2,560
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,580 $3,140 $3,840
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,300 $5,240 $6,390
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,870 $8,380 $10,230
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,450 $11,530 $14,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$4,300–$6,390

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Rapid City, SD → Hot Springs, AR. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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Typical full-service range.

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 Hot Springs (destination)

Courtesyone Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4348836
MC
1700952
Based in
Pearcy, AR 71964 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20,000 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (501) 760-8491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dirty Boy LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2821300
MC
941105
Based in
Hot Springs, AR 71913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (501) 538-1767 Route Verify on FMCSA

S & M Freight Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3797228
MC
1365302
Based in
Hot Springs, AR 71901 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (501) 231-7819 Route Verify on FMCSA

Je Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Village Delivery And Moving INC

USDOT
1679497
MC
617225
Based in
Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (501) 209-9548 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saivam Ultd

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4360218
MC
1706107
Based in
Hot Springs Villa, AR 71909 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (501) 204-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Courtesyone Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4348920
MC
1700169
Based in
Pearcy, AR 71964 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (501) 760-8491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingdom Moverskingdom Moving & More

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kingdom Enterprises LLC

USDOT
4022616
MC
1517656
Based in
Lonsdale, AR 72087 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Route Verify on FMCSA

Zion Delivery Services

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Zion Delivery Services LLC

USDOT
3831555
MC
1390096
Based in
Royal, AR 71968 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (501) 547-2688 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Hot Springs

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rapid City to Hot Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,720 to $2,560 for a studio, $2,580 to $3,840 for a one-bedroom, $4,300 to $6,390 for a two-bedroom, $6,870 to $10,230 for a three-bedroom and $9,450 to $14,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hot Springs from Rapid City?

About 1,009 road miles (855 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 6 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 Arkansas 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 Hot Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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–Hot Springs corridor.