Rapid City, SD → Paso Robles, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Paso Robles

About 1,286 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,870–$8,730, delivery in 3–7 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 17 in Paso Robles.

1,286 miroad distance
22 h 52 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,870–$8,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Paso Robles, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,286 miles (1,090 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 52 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 17 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Paso Robles → Rapid City

Moving from Rapid City to Paso Robles is a long-distance move of roughly 1,286 road miles, heading southwest from South Dakota to California.

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 $5,870 to $8,730 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 22 h 52 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 17 around Paso Robles (9 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 Paso Robles.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Paso Robles about 32,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,357 and 1,582 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California 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 Paso Robles

Full-service estimate for 1,286 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,350	$2,860	$3,490
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,520	$4,290	$5,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,870	$7,150	$8,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,380	$11,440	$13,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,900	$15,740	$19,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,770–$2,500

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

Portable container

$2,170–$3,190

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

Full-service mover

$5,870–$8,730

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

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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 Paso Robles (destination)

Central Coast Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Coast Moving Company

USDOT: 3217239
MC: 1458812
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (805) 441-4429 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morro Bay Cabinets INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 986450
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (805) 230-7224 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gr Barr INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2039426
MC: 731002
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (805) 931-6105 Route Verify on FMCSA

805 Central Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4413754
MC: 1734268
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 712-1879 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricks Towing Services INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4283282
Based in: Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (805) 458-1860 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paso Robles Furniture

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Peter Carbajal

USDOT: 2678641
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 286-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leyva Welding & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Leyva Welding INC

USDOT: 3161264
MC: 111366
Based in: Paso Robles, CA 93446 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (805) 610-2180 Route Verify on FMCSA

San Luis Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alexander Cronin

USDOT: 2678056
Based in: Atascadero, CA 93422 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 440-0530 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Paso Robles

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
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 Paso Robles if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Near Paso Robles

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rapid City to Paso Robles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,350 to $3,490 for a studio, $3,520 to $5,240 for a one-bedroom, $5,870 to $8,730 for a two-bedroom, $9,380 to $13,960 for a three-bedroom and $12,900 to $19,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paso Robles from Rapid City?

About 1,286 road miles (1,090 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 52 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 California 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 Paso Robles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,770 to $2,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,170 to $3,190. 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–Paso Robles corridor.