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Bismarck, ND

Waco, TX → Bismarck, ND · Long-distance move

Movers from Waco to Bismarck

About 1,264 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,170–$7,700, delivery in 3–7 days, 121 carriers on the Waco side and 42 in Bismarck.

  • 1,264 miroad distance
  • 22 h 30 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,170–$7,7002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,264 miles (1,071 straight-line)
Drive time
22 h 30 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
121 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination
42 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bismarck → Waco

Moving from Waco to Bismarck is a long-distance move of roughly 1,264 road miles, heading north from Texas to North 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 $5,170 to $7,700 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 30 min.

On the Waco side there are 121 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 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.

Waco has a population of about 147,788 and Bismarck about 76,000. Bismarck is the denser city (2,123 people per square mile versus 1,561 in Waco), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that North Dakota does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Waco to Bismarck

Full-service estimate for 1,264 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,070 $2,520 $3,080
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,100 $3,780 $4,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,170 $6,310 $7,700
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,280 $10,090 $12,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,380 $13,880 $16,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,750–$2,470

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

Portable container

$2,150–$3,160

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

Full-service mover

$5,170–$7,700

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 Waco (origin)

Central Tejas Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2481494
MC
925578
Based in
Waco, TX 76714 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (254) 300-2575 Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darss LLC

USDOT
3304893
MC
1445596
Based in
Waco, TX 76710 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (254) 855-7963 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chisos Trail INC

USDOT
3583960
MC
1211601
Based in
Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (254) 233-9191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tip Toe Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4463894
MC
1760784
Based in
Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (281) 752-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple 7 Movers Of Texas LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4050232
MC
1534564
Based in
Woodway, TX 76712 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (512) 677-6467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Getwhitit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4444373
MC
1750503
Based in
Waco, TX 76708 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (713) 591-1487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deluxe Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1675025
MC
615592
Based in
Hewitt, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (254) 214-0107 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyz The Limit Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3783959
MC
1360338
Based in
Chilton, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (254) 715-4721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 121 movers in Waco

Near Bismarck (destination)

Ccfs

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Crosscountry Freight Solutions INC

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
Call (701) 222-8498 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (701) 221-2465 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaction Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Asp INC

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
Call (701) 223-5535 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (701) 226-2349 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (701) 663-0976 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (701) 751-1237 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (701) 975-3281 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (701) 400-6295 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Bismarck

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,070 to $3,080 for a studio, $3,100 to $4,620 for a one-bedroom, $5,170 to $7,700 for a two-bedroom, $8,280 to $12,310 for a three-bedroom and $11,380 to $16,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bismarck from Waco?

About 1,264 road miles (1,071 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 30 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Waco to Bismarck?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,750 to $2,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,150 to $3,160. 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 Waco–Bismarck corridor.