($1,000+) Minneapolis, MN to Reno, NV Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Reno, NV

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,758-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Reno, Nevada, with costs ranging from $2,427 - $10,845. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $335 - $2,236. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Minneapolis and Reno. Local movers in Minneapolis typically start around $240 as a base rate plus $109/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Minneapolis to Reno:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,427 - $5,228
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,136 - $7,394
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,206 - $10,845

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Minneapolis to Reno.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Reno, NV

Specialty needs vary by market: 69% of Minneapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Reno, 59% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Minneapolis to Reno?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Minneapolis, MN to Reno, NV

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Reno, Nevada, cost between $1,514 and $5,265. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Minneapolis typically runs around $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Minneapolis to Reno:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,514 - $2,802
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,899 - $3,766
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,490 - $5,265

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $84 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $168 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Reno, NV, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $783 in Minneapolis, MN. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Minneapolis to Reno?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Minneapolis, MN to Reno, NV

Truck rentals from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Reno, Nevada, range from $1,000 - $2,860 for the 1,758-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $625 - $715
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Minneapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Minneapolis to Reno based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,000 - $2,042
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,061 - $2,431
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,421 - $2,860

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $84 and $391.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $168.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $625 and $715 for the 1,758-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $783 for 2 movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Minneapolis to Reno?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Minneapolis, MN to Reno, NV

For larger DIY moves from Minneapolis, Minnesota, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Reno, Nevada.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,504 and $3,199.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Minneapolis to Reno:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,256 - $2,497
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,504 - $3,199
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,158 - $4,338

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $84 and $168.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for roughly five hours typically average $783.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Reno?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Minneapolis, MN vs Reno, NV

Minneapolis and Reno land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 107 in Minneapolis and 119 in Reno, and average rent is $1,484/mo vs. $1,700/mo. With an index gap that small, you likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. For reference, walkability is 71 vs 40 and safety scores are 43.94 vs 53.74.

Our take

The 1,758-mile move from Minneapolis, MN, to Reno, NV, costs between $2,427 and $10,845 with full-service movers, $1,514 - $5,265 with a moving container, and $1,000 - $2,860 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,136 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Amerco and Trane.