Moving from Missouri to South Dakota
An interstate move, so the FMCSA's rules apply from the first quote. Between Saint Louis and Sioux Falls it is about 561 miles and 2 days on the road (about 10 hours of driving); the 8 city pairs we price between the two states run from 381 to 901 miles.
Prices from our published model (last updated ), not quotes. Distances marked ~ are estimated from city coordinates. Carriers: FMCSA Motor Carrier Census, snapshot 2026-09-24. We do not move anyone.
- ~561 miSaint Louis → Sioux Falls
- 3–7 daysTypical transit
- $2,525+2-bedroom, movers
- 8City routes priced
In short
Between Saint Louis and Sioux Falls it is about 561 miles; a two-bedroom move with full-service movers runs $2,525 – $3,366 in our model, delivered in 3–7 days. 132 movers based in Missouri hold interstate authority.
Saint Louis to Sioux Falls, the representative route
Each state is represented by its largest city we cover. The map shows that corridor; the table further down prices every city pair between Missouri and South Dakota.
Cost of moving from Missouri to South Dakota
At about 561 miles, full-service movers should land around $2,525 – $3,366 for a two-bedroom home and $2,903 – $3,871 for three bedrooms. Load a container yourself and the two-bedroom figure drops to $1,818 – $2,424; a freight trailer is $1,212 – $1,616.
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,893 – $2,525 | $1,363 – $1,818 | $909 – $1,212 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,272 – $3,029 | $1,636 – $2,181 | $1,091 – $1,454 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,525 – $3,366 | $1,818 – $2,424 | $1,212 – $1,616 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,903 – $3,871 | $2,090 – $2,787 | $1,394 – $1,858 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,282 – $4,376 | $2,363 – $3,151 | $1,575 – $2,100 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $3,787 – $5,049 | $2,726 – $3,635 | $1,818 – $2,424 |
Transport only, for an estimated 561 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
City-to-city routes from Missouri to South Dakota
Every pair of cities we cover in the two states, nearest first. Run any pair through the calculator for a measured distance.
| Route | Distance | Transit | 2 bedrooms | 3 bedrooms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City to Sioux Falls | ~381 mi | 1–3 days | $1,715 – $2,286 | $1,972 – $2,629 |
| Columbia to Sioux Falls | ~456 mi | 3–7 days | $2,052 – $2,736 | $2,360 – $3,146 |
| Springfield to Sioux Falls | ~552 mi | 3–7 days | $2,484 – $3,312 | $2,857 – $3,809 |
| Saint Louis to Sioux Falls | ~561 mi | 3–7 days | $2,525 – $3,366 | $2,903 – $3,871 |
| Kansas City to Rapid City | ~657 mi | 3–7 days | $2,957 – $3,942 | $3,400 – $4,533 |
| Columbia to Rapid City | ~775 mi | 3–7 days | $3,488 – $4,650 | $4,011 – $5,347 |
| Springfield to Rapid City | ~821 mi | 3–7 days | $3,695 – $4,926 | $4,249 – $5,665 |
| Saint Louis to Rapid City | ~901 mi | 3–7 days | $4,055 – $5,406 | $4,663 – $6,217 |
Routes without a link are priced on estimated distance only; the calculator measures the exact drive.
Roadside inspections: interstate movers based in Missouri
51 of the 132 interstate movers listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 2,422 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 298 of 1,266 vehicle inspections (23.5%), above the 19.0% for listed movers nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 131 of 2,416 driver inspections (5.4%, against 13.0%). 1 carrier has an acute or critical violation found in an FMCSA investigation in the past 12 months.
| Carrier | Inspections | Vehicle out of service | Driver out of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Van LinesFenton, MO · USDOT 77949 | 2,112 | 268 of 1,102 | 71 of 2,110 |
| Carlyle Van Lines IncWarrensburg, MO · USDOT 279780 | 78 | 10 of 35 | 5 of 78 |
| Day Transfer Company IncCape Girardeau, MO · USDOT 2441154 | 45 | 11 of 27 | 6 of 45 |
| Modern Piano MovingSullivan, MO · USDOT 454870 | 19 | 0 of 8 | 1 of 19 |
| Pack and Load Moving and Storage LLCSaint Louis, MO · USDOT 4345256 | 15 | 0 of 8 | 7 of 15 |
| All My Sons Moving & Storage of Kansas LLCKansas City, MO · USDOT 1980643 | 11 | 0 of 8 | 0 of 11 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Licensed movers at both ends
238 listed household-goods carriers are based in Missouri, 132 of them with interstate authority, which this move requires; the Missouri directory ranks them. At the South Dakota end, 19 are based in the state, useful for a local crew after delivery: movers in South Dakota, moving costs in South Dakota, or the reverse trip, South Dakota to Missouri. The federal rules for the move itself are in who regulates movers and binding vs non-binding estimates.
Other moves from Missouri
Missouri to South Dakota moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Missouri to South Dakota?
Between the two states' main cities, Saint Louis and Sioux Falls, the distance is about 561 miles. From our model that is $2,525 – $3,366 for a two-bedroom home and $2,903 – $3,871 for three bedrooms with full-service movers, transport only. A container you load yourself is about $1,818 – $2,424 for the two-bedroom home; a freight trailer about $1,212 – $1,616. Across the 8 city pairs we price between Missouri and South Dakota, distances run from 381 to 901 miles, so use the table for your own cities.
How long does a move from Missouri to South Dakota take?
Saint Louis to Sioux Falls is 2 days on the road (about 10 hours of driving). The move itself typically takes 3 to 7 days, because at this distance it usually travels on either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load, depending on the carrier and the season. Get the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 4 to 6 weeks, 6 to 8 in summer.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Missouri to South Dakota?
Yes. A move from Missouri into South Dakota is regulated by the FMCSA, so the carrier needs active interstate operating authority as well as a USDOT number. Of the 238 listed movers based in Missouri, 132 hold that authority; the rest can only move you within Missouri.
What is the cheapest way to move from Missouri to South Dakota?
Load a freight trailer yourself: about $1,212 – $1,616 for a two-bedroom home over 561 miles against $2,525 – $3,366 with full-service movers. A container, about $1,818 – $2,424, splits the difference and gives you days to load.