Rapid City, SD → Steamboat Springs, CO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Rapid City to Steamboat Springs

About 365 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,940–$4,370, delivery in 1–3 days, 23 carriers on the Rapid City side and 9 in Steamboat Springs.

365 miroad distance
7 hdriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,940–$4,3702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rapid City, South Dakota
To: Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 365 miles (309 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 23 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 9 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Steamboat Springs → Rapid City

Moving from Rapid City to Steamboat Springs is a regional long-distance move of roughly 365 road miles, heading southwest from South Dakota to Colorado.

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 $2,940 to $4,370 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h.

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 9 around Steamboat Springs (1 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 Steamboat Springs.

Rapid City has a population of about 80,000 and Steamboat Springs about 13,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,357 and 1,337 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Colorado is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado 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 Steamboat Springs

Full-service estimate for 365 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,520	$1,860
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,760	$2,150	$2,620
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,940	$3,580	$4,370
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,700	$5,730	$7,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,470	$7,880	$9,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$530–$740

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

Portable container

$1,350–$1,980

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

Full-service mover

$2,940–$4,370

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 Steamboat Springs (destination)

Conroy Moving And Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Rocket Cat LLC

USDOT: 3225248
Based in: Steamboat Spr, CO 80487 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 879-1125 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountain Town Delivery Corp

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1145433
Based in: Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (970) 846-8481 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpine Mountain Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Cc Services LLC

USDOT: 2395123
Based in: Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (970) 819-0167 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ski Town Moving And Delivery INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2818644
Based in: Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (970) 291-9060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ski Country Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2258385
Based in: Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 291-9060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brstina LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2473897
Based in: Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (970) 402-0581 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Stakes Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1459505
MC: 551364
Based in: Hayden, CO 81639 (23 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (970) 819-9331 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountain Hauling LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1995798
MC: 708027
Based in: Yampa, CO 80483 (27 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (970) 367-4550 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 9 movers in Steamboat Springs

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Rapid City–Steamboat Springs corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,860 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,620 for a one-bedroom, $2,940 to $4,370 for a two-bedroom, $4,700 to $7,000 for a three-bedroom and $6,470 to $9,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Steamboat Springs from Rapid City?

About 365 road miles (309 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Colorado 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 Steamboat Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $530 to $740 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,980. 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–Steamboat Springs corridor.