Sparks, NV → Mankato, MN · Cross-country move

Movers from Sparks to Mankato

About 1,600 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,260–$9,320, delivery in 5–10 days, 90 carriers on the Sparks side and 116 in Mankato.

1,600 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,260–$9,3202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sparks, Nevada
To: Mankato, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 1,600 miles (1,356 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 90 (62 interstate)
Movers at destination: 116 (69 interstate)

Reverse: Mankato → Sparks

Mankato sits about 1,600 miles east of Sparks, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nevada to Minnesota that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,260 to $9,320 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Sparks side there are 90 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (62 of them authorized for interstate work), and 116 around Mankato (69 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 Mankato.

Sparks has a population of about 111,902 and Mankato about 45,000. Sparks is considerably denser (2,979 people per square mile versus 2,236), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Sparks to Mankato

Full-service estimate for 1,600 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,500	$3,050	$3,730
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,760	$4,580	$5,590
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,260	$7,640	$9,320
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,020	$12,220	$14,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,780	$16,800	$20,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,240–$3,170

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

Portable container

$2,450–$3,600

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

Full-service mover

$6,260–$9,320

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Sparks (origin)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1491614
MC: 644134
Based in: Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 84 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (775) 420-4774 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Sierra Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 363648
MC: 222282
Based in: Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (775) 856-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sema Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3245513
MC: 1020268
Based in: Reno, NV 89501 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (916) 857-8382 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Mountain Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 832560
MC: 224896
Based in: Sparks, NV 89434 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (775) 342-0414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 80232
MC: 98286
Based in: Sparks, NV 89431 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (775) 225-0577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Renorelo Worldwide LLC

USDOT: 3387545
MC: 1088202
Based in: Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (775) 571-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Tilt Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3010394
MC: 28785
Based in: Reno, NV 89521 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (775) 300-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2473334
MC: 855362
Based in: Reno, NV 89506 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (775) 830-1675 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 90 movers in Sparks

Near Mankato (destination)

Waletich Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Waletich Corporation

USDOT: 917240
MC: 396840
Based in: Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 270 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (507) 931-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Specialized INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1215999
MC: 482672
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (507) 345-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Volk Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 646587
MC: 301279
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (507) 388-1683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kato Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mankato Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 3145946
MC: 1547238
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (507) 388-9329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Mankato LLC

USDOT: 3371544
MC: 1080976
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (507) 702-3087 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anytime Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3749604
MC: 1330552
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (507) 317-8562 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mankato Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3125369
MC: 90232
Based in: Kasota, MN 56050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (507) 382-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asu Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4539404
MC: 1801154
Based in: Mankato, MN 56001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (612) 850-9533 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 116 movers in Mankato

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sparks to Mankato?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,500 to $3,730 for a studio, $3,760 to $5,590 for a one-bedroom, $6,260 to $9,320 for a two-bedroom, $10,020 to $14,910 for a three-bedroom and $13,780 to $20,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mankato from Sparks?

About 1,600 road miles (1,356 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Nevada 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 Sparks to Mankato?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,240 to $3,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,450 to $3,600. 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 Sparks–Mankato corridor.