($876+) Burlington, VT to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Burlington, VT to Fargo, ND

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,549-mile move from Burlington, Vermont, to Fargo, North Dakota, with prices running from $2,587 - $10,993. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $311 - $2,072 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Burlington and Fargo are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Burlington movers tend to run around $594 as a base rate plus $200/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,587 - $5,452
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,296 - $7,772
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,045 - $10,993

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 Burlington to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Burlington, VT to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market: 80% of Burlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fargo, 33% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Burlington to Fargo?

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 Burlington, VT to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Burlington, Vermont, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,433 and $4,723. 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 Burlington costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Burlington to Fargo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,433 - $2,608
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,705 - $3,827
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,346 - $4,723

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Burlington, VT and Fargo, ND. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $725 in Burlington, VT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $155 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Burlington to Fargo?

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 Burlington, VT to Fargo, ND

Truck rentals from Burlington, Vermont, to Fargo, North Dakota, range from $876 - $2,546 for the 1,549-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $511 - $584
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Burlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Burlington to Fargo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $876 - $1,680
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $958 - $2,062
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,219 - $2,546

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Burlington, Vermont, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $725.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $511 - $584 for the 1,549-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $62 and $337, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $155 per night for hotel stops on the 1,549-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $311 - $466.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Burlington to Fargo?

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 Burlington, VT to Fargo, ND

For larger DIY moves from Burlington, Vermont, 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 Fargo, North Dakota.

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 $1,493 and $2,828.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,227 - $2,417
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,493 - $2,828
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,013 - $3,818

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 $78 and $155.
• 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 Burlington, Vermont, for roughly five hours typically average $725.

What are the best freight companies from Burlington to Fargo?

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: Burlington, VT vs Fargo, ND

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Fargo, side by side with Burlington on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

The 1,549-mile move from Burlington, VT, to Fargo, ND, costs between $2,587 and $10,993 with full-service movers, $1,433 - $4,723 with a moving container, and $876 - $2,546 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 $3,296 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 Noridian Mutual Insurance Company and TMI Hospitality.