Rapid City, SD → Kennewick, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Kennewick

About 932 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,680–$6,960, delivery in 2–5 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 137 in Kennewick.

932 miroad distance
16 h 46 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,680–$6,9602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Kennewick, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 932 miles (790 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 46 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 137 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Kennewick → Rapid City

Kennewick sits about 932 miles west of Rapid City, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Dakota to Washington 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 $4,680 to $6,960 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 46 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 137 around Kennewick (91 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 Kennewick.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Kennewick about 88,000. Kennewick is the denser city (2,944 people per square mile versus 1,357 in Rapid City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Washington is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Rapid City to Kennewick

Full-service estimate for 932 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,870	$2,280	$2,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,810	$3,420	$4,170
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,680	$5,700	$6,960
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,480	$9,130	$11,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,290	$12,550	$15,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,410–$1,990

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

Portable container

$1,850–$2,720

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

Full-service mover

$4,680–$6,960

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 Kennewick (destination)

Larsen Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tri-City United INC

USDOT: 26510
MC: 581
Based in: Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 943-9139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Munder Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1674729
MC: 615668
Based in: West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (541) 720-0949 Route Verify on FMCSA

St George And Family Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: St George Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1552075
MC: 576540
Based in: West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 967-9287 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speedy Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Speedy Movers LLC

USDOT: 2459380
MC: 441393
Based in: Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 531-2800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unimak Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461893
MC: 850698
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99337 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (541) 941-7269 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spencer Carlson Unlimited INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8030256
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99336 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (509) 736-5342 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple As Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rodrigo Rodriguez

USDOT: 1214674
MC: 482929
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (509) 440-3095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3697403
MC: 1292337
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 552-0381 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 137 movers in Kennewick

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Kennewick if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,870 to $2,780 for a studio, $2,810 to $4,170 for a one-bedroom, $4,680 to $6,960 for a two-bedroom, $7,480 to $11,130 for a three-bedroom and $10,290 to $15,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kennewick from Rapid City?

About 932 road miles (790 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 46 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Washington 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 Kennewick?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,410 to $1,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,850 to $2,720. 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–Kennewick corridor.