($716+) Minneapolis, MN to Baltimore, MD Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Baltimore, MD

For the 1,118-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Baltimore, Maryland, full-service movers cost between $2,436 and $9,335. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $304 - $2,028 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Minneapolis generally start around $240 plus $109 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,436 - $5,166
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,729 - $6,942
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,983 - $9,335

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 Baltimore.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Baltimore, MD

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Minneapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Baltimore, 95% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Maryland are typically members of the Maryland Motor Truck Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Minneapolis, MN to Baltimore, MD

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Baltimore, Maryland, cost between $1,277 and $4,383. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Minneapolis costs roughly $70/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,277 - $2,268
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,694 - $3,157
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,179 - $4,383

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $76 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $152 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Baltimore, MD, 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 $710 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 Baltimore?

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 Baltimore, MD

A rental truck for this 1,118-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Baltimore, Maryland, costs between $760 and $2,156. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $361 - $412
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• 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 Baltimore based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $760 - $1,489
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $838 - $1,737
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,053 - $2,156

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $361 - $412 for the 1,118-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for about 5 hours typically costs around $710.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,118-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $152 per night, adding $304 - $456 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $51 and $304.

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

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 Baltimore, MD

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Baltimore, Maryland. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $913 and $2,656.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,172 - $2,062
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,368 - $2,656
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,831 - $3,610

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 $76 and $152.
• 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 $710.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Baltimore?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. T.A. Dedicated, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): T.A. Dedicated, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Minneapolis, MN vs Baltimore, MD

Day-to-day costs in Baltimore are close to what you're used to in Minneapolis: cost of living index of 93 versus 107, with average rent of $1,600/mo compared to $1,484/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 71/100 and 43.94/100 in Minneapolis versus 64/100 and 27.28/100 in Baltimore.