Moving from Fargo, ND to Rochester, MN
About 336 miles across a state line, from North Dakota into Minnesota, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Fargo, ND to Rochester, MN covers about 336 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $1,512 – $2,016 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 42 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 336 miles, about 6 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $1,512 – $2,016. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 6 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Fargo to Rochester
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,134 – $1,512 | $816 – $1,089 | $544 – $726 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,361 – $1,814 | $980 – $1,306 | $653 – $871 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,512 – $2,016 | $1,089 – $1,452 | $726 – $968 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,739 – $2,318 | $1,252 – $1,669 | $835 – $1,113 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,966 – $2,621 | $1,415 – $1,887 | $943 – $1,258 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $2,268 – $3,024 | $1,633 – $2,177 | $1,089 – $1,452 |
Transport only, for an estimated 336 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.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Fargo to Rochester
336 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $1,680. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $1,512 to $2,016, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Fargo to Rochester
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 42 people a year (±41) moved from Cass County, ND, home to Fargo, to Olmsted County, MN, home to Rochester. Going the other way: about 144 people a year (±82). Movers from Cass County make up 0.4% of the 9,821 people a year who moved into Olmsted County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 6,171 people a year (±1,506) moving from North Dakota to Minnesota and about 7,088 people a year (±1,389) from Minnesota to North Dakota — a net gain for North Dakota of about 917 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Clay County, MN | 2,741 ±697 |
| Grand Forks County, ND | 1,045 ±348 |
| Hennepin County, MN | 527 ±178 |
| Burleigh County, ND | 363 ±143 |
| Maricopa County, AZ | 326 ±164 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Hennepin County, MN | 764 ±389 |
| Mower County, MN | 565 ±305 |
| Blue Earth County, MN | 454 ±302 |
| Winona County, MN | 344 ±161 |
| Ramsey County, MN | 244 ±172 |
Licensed movers at each end
9 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Fargo (11 counting those licensed only inside North Dakota). 4 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 8.8% of their 34 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest Moving Midwest Moving Company Mmco MMCUSDOT 3263587 | West Fargo · 7 mi | 33 trucks | 77 | 9.4% of 32 |
| 5 Star Moving IncUSDOT 1087336 | Fargo · 4 mi | 4 trucks | 0 | — |
| The Apartment MoversUSDOT 513176 | West Fargo · 7 mi | 3 trucks | 1 | 0.0% of 1 |
| Schmidt and Sons Building Movers IncUSDOT 1178202 | Kindred · 20 mi | 3 trucks | 0 | — |
| Simple MovesUSDOT 4483504 | Fargo · 2 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Union Storage and Transfer CompanyUSDOT 282209 | Fargo · 2 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
How these figures are calculated
At the Rochester end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Rochester: Piepho Moving & Storage Inc (Rochester, 18 trucks), Two Men and A Truck Rochester MN (Rochester, 11 trucks), Ace Midwest Moving and Storage (Rochester, 3 trucks), C2C Moving and Storage Inc (Stewartville, 2 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from North Dakota into Minnesota, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Fargo to Rochester
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 336 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Rochester
A local move inside Rochester later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $535 – $873 for a two-bedroom home and $903 – $1,614 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Rochester are Saint Paul (about 83 mi), Minneapolis (about 90 mi), Cedar Rapids (about 171 mi).
Other routes from Fargo
All routes from Fargo, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo to Bismarck, ND | ~220 mi | $990 – $1,320 |
| Fargo to Minneapolis, MN | ~250 mi | $1,125 – $1,500 |
| Fargo to Saint Paul, MN | ~259 mi | $1,166 – $1,554 |
| Fargo to Sioux Falls, SD | ~268 mi | $1,206 – $1,608 |
| Fargo to Salt Lake City, UT | ~1,004 mi | $4,518 – $6,024 |
| Fargo to Atlanta, GA | ~1,300 mi | $5,850 – $7,800 |
| Fargo to Washington, DC | ~1,326 mi | $5,967 – $7,956 |
| Fargo to Phoenix, AZ | ~1,429 mi | $6,431 – $8,574 |
Also moving to Rochester: from Saint Paul, MN, from Minneapolis, MN.
Fargo to Rochester moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Fargo to Rochester, MN?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 336 miles cost about $1,134 – $1,512 for a studio, $1,512 – $2,016 for a two-bedroom home and $1,739 – $2,318 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Fargo to Rochester, MN take?
The drive is about 6 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Fargo to Rochester, MN?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $726 – $968 for a two-bedroom home, against $1,512 – $2,016 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,089 – $1,452.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Fargo to Rochester, MN?
Yes. Fargo is in North Dakota and Rochester is in Minnesota, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 9 listed movers within 30 miles of Fargo hold it.
How many people move from Fargo to Rochester, MN each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 42 people a year (margin of error ±41) moved from Cass County, which contains Fargo, to Olmsted County, which contains Rochester.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.