Moving from Wyoming to Iowa
An interstate move, so the FMCSA's rules apply from the first quote. Between Cheyenne and Des Moines it is about 677 miles and 2 days on the road (about 12 hours of driving); the 4 city pairs we price between the two states run from 677 to 873 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.
- ~677 miCheyenne → Des Moines
- 3–7 daysTypical transit
- $3,047+2-bedroom, movers
- 4City routes priced
In short
Between Cheyenne and Des Moines it is about 677 miles; a two-bedroom move with full-service movers runs $3,047 – $4,062 in our model, delivered in 3–7 days. 12 movers based in Wyoming hold interstate authority.
Cheyenne to Des Moines, 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 Wyoming and Iowa.
Cost of moving from Wyoming to Iowa
At about 677 miles, full-service movers should land around $3,047 – $4,062 for a two-bedroom home and $3,503 – $4,671 for three bedrooms. Load a container yourself and the two-bedroom figure drops to $2,193 – $2,925; a freight trailer is $1,462 – $1,950.
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,285 – $3,047 | $1,645 – $2,193 | $1,097 – $1,462 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,742 – $3,656 | $1,974 – $2,632 | $1,316 – $1,755 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,047 – $4,062 | $2,193 – $2,925 | $1,462 – $1,950 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,503 – $4,671 | $2,523 – $3,363 | $1,682 – $2,242 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,960 – $5,281 | $2,852 – $3,802 | $1,901 – $2,535 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $4,570 – $6,093 | $3,290 – $4,387 | $2,193 – $2,925 |
Transport only, for an estimated 677 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 Wyoming to Iowa
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne to Des Moines | ~677 mi | 3–7 days | $3,047 – $4,062 | $3,503 – $4,671 |
| Casper to Des Moines | ~764 mi | 3–7 days | $3,438 – $4,584 | $3,954 – $5,272 |
| Cheyenne to Cedar Rapids | ~795 mi | 3–7 days | $3,578 – $4,770 | $4,114 – $5,485 |
| Casper to Cedar Rapids | ~873 mi | 3–7 days | $3,929 – $5,238 | $4,518 – $6,024 |
Routes without a link are priced on estimated distance only; the calculator measures the exact drive.
Roadside inspections: interstate movers based in Wyoming
8 of the 12 interstate movers listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 40 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 3 of 22 vehicle inspections (13.6%), below the 19.0% for listed movers nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 10 of 40 driver inspections (25.0%, against 13.0%). With fewer than 30 vehicle inspections, a single out-of-service order moves that rate by several points, so treat it as a small sample. None has an acute or critical violation from an FMCSA investigation in the past 12 months.
| Carrier | Inspections | Vehicle out of service | Driver out of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macs Moving Acquisition IncSheridan, WY · USDOT 1953773 | 10 | 0 of 7 | 1 of 10 |
| Teton MoversJackson, WY · USDOT 3865827 | 10 | 0 of 4 | 5 of 10 |
| Smooth Movers LLCLaramie, WY · USDOT 2630599 | 7 | 0 of 3 | 2 of 7 |
| Johnson Storage&Moving IncCheyenne, WY · USDOT 286130 | 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Black Diamond Moving CompanyJackson, WY · USDOT 4505045 | 4 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 4 |
| Arrow Moving & Storage Company IncCheyenne, WY · USDOT 22889 | 3 | 1 of 2 | 0 of 3 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Licensed movers at both ends
24 listed household-goods carriers are based in Wyoming, 12 of them with interstate authority, which this move requires; the Wyoming directory ranks them. At the Iowa end, 119 are based in the state, useful for a local crew after delivery: movers in Iowa, moving costs in Iowa, or the reverse trip, Iowa to Wyoming. The federal rules for the move itself are in who regulates movers and binding vs non-binding estimates.
Other moves from Wyoming
Wyoming to Iowa moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Wyoming to Iowa?
Between the two states' main cities, Cheyenne and Des Moines, the distance is about 677 miles. From our model that is $3,047 – $4,062 for a two-bedroom home and $3,503 – $4,671 for three bedrooms with full-service movers, transport only. A container you load yourself is about $2,193 – $2,925 for the two-bedroom home; a freight trailer about $1,462 – $1,950. Across the 4 city pairs we price between Wyoming and Iowa, distances run from 677 to 873 miles, so use the table for your own cities.
How long does a move from Wyoming to Iowa take?
Cheyenne to Des Moines is 2 days on the road (about 12 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 Wyoming to Iowa?
Yes. A move from Wyoming into Iowa is regulated by the FMCSA, so the carrier needs active interstate operating authority as well as a USDOT number. Of the 24 listed movers based in Wyoming, 12 hold that authority; the rest can only move you within Wyoming.
What is the cheapest way to move from Wyoming to Iowa?
Load a freight trailer yourself: about $1,462 – $1,950 for a two-bedroom home over 677 miles against $3,047 – $4,062 with full-service movers. A container, about $2,193 – $2,925, splits the difference and gives you days to load.