Saginaw, MI → Bemidji, MN · Long-distance move

Movers from Saginaw to Bemidji

About 707 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,900–$5,800, delivery in 2–5 days, 87 carriers on the Saginaw side and 27 in Bemidji.

707 miroad distance
12 h 53 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,900–$5,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Saginaw, Michigan
To: Bemidji, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 707 miles (599 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 53 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 87 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (12 interstate)

Reverse: Bemidji → Saginaw

The route from Saginaw, MI to Bemidji, MN covers roughly 707 miles by road, a northwest-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 $3,900 to $5,800 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 12 h 53 min.

On the Saginaw side there are 87 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 27 around Bemidji (12 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 Bemidji.

Saginaw has a population of about 44,000 and Bemidji about 15,000. Saginaw is considerably denser (2,586 people per square mile versus 914), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Saginaw to Bemidji

Full-service estimate for 707 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,560	$1,900	$2,320
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,340	$2,850	$3,480
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,900	$4,750	$5,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,230	$7,600	$9,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,570	$10,450	$12,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,030–$1,450

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

Portable container

$1,650–$2,430

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

Full-service mover

$3,900–$5,800

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Saginaw (origin)

Ground Zero Contracting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1328076
MC: 804002
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (989) 401-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Towing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1956614
MC: 963910
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48603 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (989) 399-0385 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & M Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 539473
MC: 268845
Based in: Reese, MI 48757 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (989) 868-9746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tri-City

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Tri-City INC

USDOT: 3834093
MC: 1391917
Based in: Bay City, MI 48706 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (989) 895-5252 Route Verify on FMCSA

O&r Transports LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3955048
MC: 1473193
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (989) 280-2452 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&l Trucking And Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3862307
MC: 1411305
Based in: Bridgeport, MI 48722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (989) 392-3656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mwp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2388910
MC: 821048
Based in: Carrollton, MI 48724 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (321) 482-3070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooks Freight & Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Loyalty Entertainment LLC

USDOT: 4342386
MC: 1706836
Based in: Saginaw, MI 48601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (313) 326-1636 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 87 movers in Saginaw

Near Bemidji (destination)

Blue Ox Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jake Sobieck INC

USDOT: 3426527
MC: 1167990
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (218) 308-6001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchants Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2361651
MC: 872523
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (218) 751-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uncle Sams Moving Crew LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4467758
MC: 1762889
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 551-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tc Recycling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Tc Lighting Supplies And Recycling INC

USDOT: 2545284
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (218) 751-9091 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bemidji Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 590460
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (218) 751-4958 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speeds LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2149793
MC: 1068743
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (218) 760-0525 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Fast Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4400809
Based in: Solway, MN 56678 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (218) 214-0440 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clayton Smith

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1198540
Based in: Bemidji, MN 56601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (218) 444-3148 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Bemidji

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Saginaw to Bemidji?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,560 to $2,320 for a studio, $2,340 to $3,480 for a one-bedroom, $3,900 to $5,800 for a two-bedroom, $6,230 to $9,270 for a three-bedroom and $8,570 to $12,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bemidji from Saginaw?

About 707 road miles (599 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 53 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 Michigan into Minnesota 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 Saginaw to Bemidji?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,030 to $1,450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,650 to $2,430. 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 Saginaw–Bemidji corridor.