Sterling Heights, MI → St. Cloud, MN · Long-distance move

Movers from Sterling Heights to St. Cloud

About 695 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,870–$5,750, delivery in 2–5 days, 754 carriers on the Sterling Heights side and 243 in St. Cloud.

695 miroad distance
12 h 41 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,870–$5,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sterling Heights, Michigan
To: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 695 miles (589 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 41 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 754 (308 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (91 interstate)

Reverse: St. Cloud → Sterling Heights

St. Cloud sits about 695 miles northwest of Sterling Heights, which makes this an interstate relocation from Michigan to Minnesota that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $3,870 to $5,750 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 41 min.

On the Sterling Heights side there are 754 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (308 of them authorized for interstate work), and 243 around St. Cloud (91 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 St. Cloud.

Sterling Heights has a population of about 133,931 and St. Cloud about 69,000. Sterling Heights is considerably denser (3,691 people per square mile versus 1,713), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Sterling Heights to St. Cloud

Full-service estimate for 695 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,550	$1,890	$2,300
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,450
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,870	$4,710	$5,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,190	$7,540	$9,200
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,510	$10,370	$12,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,010–$1,430

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

Portable container

$1,640–$2,410

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

Full-service mover

$3,870–$5,750

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 Sterling Heights (origin)

Priority Waste

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Priority Waste LLC

USDOT: 3097519
Based in: Clinton Township, MI 48038 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 859 trucks, 682 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 228-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC

USDOT: 1162977
MC: 468507
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 233-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rzs Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3171509
MC: 118718
Based in: Warren, MI 48093 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 343-8680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512112
MC: 871317
Based in: Hamtramck, MI 48212 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

McClay Transportation USA LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2465324
MC: 852043
Based in: Harrison Township, MI 48045 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 96 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (810) 533-8989 Route Verify on FMCSA

General Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1556061
MC: 578193
Based in: Warren, MI 48091 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (866) 943-6878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistic One LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1339068
MC: 515593
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (586) 775-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mra

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mobility Resource Associates INC

USDOT: 896198
MC: 196605
Based in: Madison Heights, MI 48071 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (248) 629-2929 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 754 movers in Sterling Heights

Near St. Cloud (destination)

Spee Dee Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247570
MC: 171133
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 560 trucks, 1,025 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 251-6697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ats INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 606920
MC: 286926
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 318 trucks, 291 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (320) 255-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Huls Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2825526
MC: 395713
Based in: St Joseph, MN 56374 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (320) 363-7915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cool Fuel Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Arfsten Transfer INC

USDOT: 242597
MC: 173128
Based in: Clearwater, MN 55320 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 558-9307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Interstate Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Andy'S Towing LLC

USDOT: 2551684
MC: 889071
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (320) 251-5691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ad Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3548179
MC: 1187304
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (612) 876-8721 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unique Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896983
MC: 1347632
Based in: Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (320) 237-3776 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deero LLC Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3718717
MC: 1308072
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 985-3489 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in St. Cloud

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in St. Cloud if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Sterling Heights to St. Cloud?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,550 to $2,300 for a studio, $2,320 to $3,450 for a one-bedroom, $3,870 to $5,750 for a two-bedroom, $6,190 to $9,200 for a three-bedroom and $8,510 to $12,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Cloud from Sterling Heights?

About 695 road miles (589 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 41 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 Sterling Heights to St. Cloud?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,010 to $1,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,640 to $2,410. 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 Sterling Heights–St. Cloud corridor.