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

Movers from Rapid City to Kingman

About 988 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,520–$6,730, delivery in 2–5 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 15 in Kingman.

988 miroad distance
17 h 44 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,520–$6,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Kingman, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 988 miles (838 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 44 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 15 (8 interstate)

Reverse: Kingman → Rapid City

The route from Rapid City, SD to Kingman, AZ covers roughly 988 miles by road, a southwest-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 $4,520 to $6,730 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 17 h 44 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 15 around Kingman (8 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 Kingman.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Kingman about 35,000. Rapid City is considerably denser (1,357 people per square mile versus 871), 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 Kingman

Full-service estimate for 988 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,810	$2,210	$2,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,710	$3,310	$4,040
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,520	$5,520	$6,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,240	$8,830	$10,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,950	$12,140	$14,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,070

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

Portable container

$1,900–$2,800

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

Full-service mover

$4,520–$6,730

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

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Near Kingman (destination)

Sin City Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sin City Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2873747
MC: 963967
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (725) 666-9948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gm Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Juan Guerra

USDOT: 1908707
MC: 684688
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 279-2975 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albatross

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Albatross LLC

USDOT: 3314156
MC: 1053287
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 293-0302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rv Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Richard Kibler

USDOT: 2462187
Based in: Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (928) 303-4501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evan Rocks Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3123336
MC: 89199
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (530) 414-0369 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Last Time LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3417923
MC: 1104036
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (928) 897-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cmv Harmony Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cezar Cobrescu

USDOT: 2545912
MC: 886275
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (928) 293-0095 Route Verify on FMCSA

4 Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2861605
MC: 959532
Based in: Kingman, AZ 86409 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (406) 499-9052 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Kingman

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
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 Kingman if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,690 for a studio, $2,710 to $4,040 for a one-bedroom, $4,520 to $6,730 for a two-bedroom, $7,240 to $10,770 for a three-bedroom and $9,950 to $14,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kingman from Rapid City?

About 988 road miles (838 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 44 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 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 Kingman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,070 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,800. 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–Kingman corridor.