Sioux City, IA → Ames, IA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Sioux City to Ames

About 171 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,040–$3,040, delivery in 1–2 days, 61 carriers on the Sioux City side and 55 in Ames.

171 miroad distance
3 h 39 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,040–$3,0402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sioux City, Iowa
To: Ames, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 171 miles (145 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 39 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Iowa)
Movers at origin: 61 (51 interstate)
Movers at destination: 55 (25 interstate)

Reverse: Ames → Sioux City

The route from Sioux City, IA to Ames, IA covers roughly 171 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,040 to $3,040 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 39 min.

On the Sioux City side there are 61 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (51 of them authorized for interstate work), and 55 around Ames (25 interstate). For an in-state 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 Ames.

Sioux City has a population of about 85,000 and Ames about 66,000. Ames is the denser city (2,355 people per square mile versus 1,457 in Sioux City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Sioux City to Ames

Full-service estimate for 171 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,140	$1,400	$1,700
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,230	$1,490	$1,820
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,040	$2,490	$3,040
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,270	$3,980	$4,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,490	$5,480	$6,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,040–$3,040

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Sioux City (origin)

Guntren Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 64337
MC: 209119
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51105 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (712) 255-1104 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goodwill Of The Great Plains

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 232863
MC: 48109
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51103 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (712) 224-1319 Route Verify on FMCSA

Almlogistiq LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3513339
MC: 1163672
Based in: South Sioux City, NE 68776 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (507) 737-3716 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aj Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elvis A Villatoro INC

USDOT: 1569734
MC: 595405
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51106 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (712) 202-3719 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shi South LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3400753
MC: 1098621
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51108 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (605) 232-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rod Krahmer Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 777007
MC: 348145
Based in: Dakota City, NE 68731 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (402) 987-3005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hometown Mobility

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hometown Businesses INC

USDOT: 1932256
MC: 1138974
Based in: Merrill, IA 51038 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (712) 938-2029 Route Verify on FMCSA

Siouxland Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Action Moving & Storage

USDOT: 299154
MC: 1497813
Based in: Sioux City, IA 51101 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (712) 252-1938 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 61 movers in Sioux City

Near Ames (destination)

Central Iowa Towing And Recovery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Iowa Towing And Recovery INC

USDOT: 2359315
MC: 1349765
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (515) 290-4188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hemmen Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 608245
MC: 292343
Based in: Ames, IA 50014 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (515) 268-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

J T L Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2528339
MC: 887466
Based in: Randall, IA 50231 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (515) 669-1891 Route Verify on FMCSA

V&c Express Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3635053
MC: 1246860
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (904) 418-8009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Combined Relocation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1666941
MC: 709641
Based in: Huxley, IA 50124 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (515) 276-6674 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alex Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4346742
MC: 1699031
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (515) 817-4521 Route Verify on FMCSA

Property Service Agency LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1433739
Based in: Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (515) 233-1922 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&a Moving And Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Myers & Associates LLC

USDOT: 2340775
Based in: Madrid, IA 50156 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (515) 795-3676 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Ames

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sioux City to Ames?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,140 to $1,700 for a studio, $1,230 to $1,820 for a one-bedroom, $2,040 to $3,040 for a two-bedroom, $3,270 to $4,860 for a three-bedroom and $4,490 to $6,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ames from Sioux City?

About 171 road miles (145 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Sioux City and Ames are in Iowa, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Sioux City to Ames?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Sioux City–Ames corridor.