Rapid City, SD → Monroe, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Monroe

About 1,179 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,760–$7,090, delivery in 3–7 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 49 in Monroe.

1,179 miroad distance
21 h 2 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,760–$7,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Monroe, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 1,179 miles (999 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 2 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Monroe → Rapid City

Monroe sits about 1,179 miles southeast of Rapid City, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Dakota to Louisiana 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 $4,760 to $7,090 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 21 h 2 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 49 around Monroe (26 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 Monroe.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Monroe about 46,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,357 and 1,604 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Louisiana 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 Monroe

Full-service estimate for 1,179 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,910	$2,320	$2,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,860	$3,480	$4,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,760	$5,810	$7,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,620	$9,290	$11,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,480	$12,780	$15,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,660–$2,350

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

Portable container

$2,070–$3,050

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

Full-service mover

$4,760–$7,090

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 Monroe (destination)

Bears Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bears Towing And Recovery Of Ouachita INC

USDOT: 517357
MC: 235662
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (318) 388-3021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cc Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1634906
MC: 602738
Based in: West Monroe, LA 71291 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 265-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ross Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1721228
MC: 626875
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 322-7760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goose Chase Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cruse Transport Services INC

USDOT: 2846136
MC: 954281
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (318) 316-9773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaa All-Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1896597
MC: 682036
Based in: Monroe, LA 71201 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (318) 801-8349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stay Humble Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4494216
MC: 1777011
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (318) 537-0642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anterprize Trucking And Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Anterprize Local Car Rental LLC

USDOT: 4576998
MC: 1821384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (318) 417-8707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2584937
MC: 1556384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (318) 614-4761 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Monroe

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,910 to $2,830 for a studio, $2,860 to $4,250 for a one-bedroom, $4,760 to $7,090 for a two-bedroom, $7,620 to $11,340 for a three-bedroom and $10,480 to $15,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monroe from Rapid City?

About 1,179 road miles (999 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 2 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 Louisiana 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 Monroe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,660 to $2,350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,050. 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–Monroe corridor.