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Sioux Falls, SD → Pierre, SD · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Sioux Falls to Pierre

About 221 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,260–$3,360, delivery in 1–2 days, 79 carriers on the Sioux Falls side and 2 in Pierre.

  • 221 miroad distance
  • 4 h 31 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,260–$3,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 221 miles (188 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 31 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (South Dakota)
Movers at origin
79 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
2 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Pierre → Sioux Falls

Moving from Sioux Falls to Pierre is a regional long-distance move of roughly 221 road miles, heading west within South Dakota.

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 $2,260 to $3,360 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 4 h 31 min.

On the Sioux Falls side there are 79 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2 around Pierre (2 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 Pierre.

Sioux Falls has a population of about 213,748 and Pierre about 14,000. Sioux Falls is considerably denser (2,434 people per square mile versus 1,082), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Sioux Falls to Pierre

Full-service estimate for 221 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,350 $1,650 $2,010
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,260 $2,750 $3,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,610 $4,400 $5,370
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,970 $6,060 $7,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$530

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,790

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

Full-service mover

$2,260–$3,360

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 Sioux Falls (origin)

K & J Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
171766
MC
146600
Based in
Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
132 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (605) 332-5531 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dakota Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
492947
MC
255930
Based in
Sioux Falls, SD 57107 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (605) 338-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rude Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1391
MC
64732
Based in
Sioux Falls, SD 57107 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (605) 335-6575 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silver Creek Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3093770
MC
73394
Based in
Chancellor, SD 57015 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (605) 647-1380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lloyd Bultsma Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
692522
MC
320802
Based in
Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (605) 759-2247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sioux Steel Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
66163
MC
488257
Based in
Sioux Falls, SD 57101 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (605) 650-0342 Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1741852
MC
637914
Based in
Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (605) 333-0620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mueller Pallets LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
776880
MC
412614
Based in
Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (605) 368-2440 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 79 movers in Sioux Falls

Near Pierre (destination)

Charles Baker Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
234062
MC
210452
Based in
Murdo, SD 57559 (37 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (605) 669-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Darrel Hinkle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2340535
MC
799203
Based in
Holabird, SD 57540 (36 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (605) 852-2298 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2 movers in Pierre

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sioux Falls to Pierre?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,350 to $2,010 for a one-bedroom, $2,260 to $3,360 for a two-bedroom, $3,610 to $5,370 for a three-bedroom and $4,970 to $7,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pierre from Sioux Falls?

About 221 road miles (188 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 31 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 Falls and Pierre are in South Dakota, 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 Falls to Pierre?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,790. 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 Falls–Pierre corridor.