Bismarck, ND

Tallahassee, FL → Bismarck, ND · Cross-country move

Movers from Tallahassee to Bismarck

About 1,691 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,160–$9,170, delivery in 5–10 days, 121 carriers on the Tallahassee side and 42 in Bismarck.

  • 1,691 miroad distance
  • 29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,160–$9,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,691 miles (1,433 straight-line)
Drive time
29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
121 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
42 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bismarck → Tallahassee

The route from Tallahassee, FL to Bismarck, ND covers roughly 1,691 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,160 to $9,170 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Tallahassee side there are 121 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Bismarck (32 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 Bismarck.

Tallahassee has a population of about 204,902 and Bismarck about 76,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,944 and 2,123 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that North Dakota does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tallahassee to Bismarck

Full-service estimate for 1,691 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,470 $3,010 $3,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,700 $4,510 $5,500
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,160 $7,520 $9,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,860 $12,030 $14,670
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,560 $16,540 $20,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,340–$3,300

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

Portable container

$2,530–$3,720

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

Full-service mover

$6,160–$9,170

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Tallahassee (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2273291
MC
778416
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Amwat Moving & Warehousing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1377633
MC
525791
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Csc Delivery LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3705158
Based in
Havana, FL 32333 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Halls Air Freight & Delivery Division Of Economy Moving And

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1404871
MC
707110
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Simmons Amerimove

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1943394
MC
928422
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Go Mini'Smike'S Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
799596
MC
362974
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Motivated Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3456636
MC
1126964
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

One4all Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4091653
MC
1558869
Based in
Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

All 121 movers in Tallahassee

Near Bismarck (destination)

Ccfs

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
313378
MC
209657
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
450 trucks, 507 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

P & B Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
653395
MC
302954
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Aaction Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
212818
MC
228559
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Delabarre Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1318666
MC
510389
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

North Central Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
911282
MC
395087
Based in
Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Four Winds Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2369162
MC
812625
Based in
Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Liberty Cargo Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3080375
MC
1169375
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Bountiful Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2416881
MC
834675
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 42 movers in Bismarck

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tallahassee to Bismarck?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,470 to $3,670 for a studio, $3,700 to $5,500 for a one-bedroom, $6,160 to $9,170 for a two-bedroom, $9,860 to $14,670 for a three-bedroom and $13,560 to $20,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bismarck from Tallahassee?

About 1,691 road miles (1,433 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Florida into North Dakota 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 Tallahassee to Bismarck?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,340 to $3,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,530 to $3,720. 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 Tallahassee–Bismarck corridor.