($922+) Fargo, ND to Boston, MA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Fargo, ND to Boston, MA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,633-mile move from Fargo, North Dakota, to Boston, Massachusetts, with costs ranging from $2,694 - $12,191. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $345 - $2,300. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Fargo and Boston. Local movers in Fargo typically start around $264 as a base rate plus $99/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,694 - $5,801
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,793 - $7,946
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,247 - $12,191

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 Fargo to Boston.

Specialty moving services from Fargo, ND to Boston, MA

Specialty needs vary by market: 33% of Fargo movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Boston, 76% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Massachusetts Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Massachusetts beyond this list.

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 Fargo, ND to Boston, MA

Moving containers from Fargo, North Dakota, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $1,376 and $4,849. 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 Fargo costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,376 - $2,670
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,833 - $3,696
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,423 - $4,849

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Fargo, ND and Boston, MA. 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 $805 in Fargo, ND, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $86 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $173 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 Fargo to Boston?

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 Fargo, ND to Boston, MA

A rental truck for this 1,633-mile move from Fargo, North Dakota, to Boston, Massachusetts, costs between $922 and $2,633. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $598 - $683
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Fargo daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $922 - $1,772
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,104 - $2,309
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,272 - $2,633

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Fargo, North Dakota, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $805.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $598 - $683 for the 1,633-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 $69 and $374, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $173 per night for hotel stops on the 1,633-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $345 - $518.

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

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 Fargo, ND to Boston, MA

For larger DIY moves from Fargo, North Dakota, 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 Boston, Massachusetts.

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 $1,540 and $2,927.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,329 - $2,428
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,540 - $2,927
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,939 - $4,040

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Fargo, North Dakota, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $805.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $86 - $173 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Fargo to Boston?

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.

Cost of living: Fargo, ND vs Boston, MA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Boston, side by side with Fargo 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

How you handle your interstate move from Fargo, ND, to Boston, MA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,694 - $12,191 on the 1,633-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,376 - $4,849 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $922 - $2,633 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,793 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include General Electric and Fidelity Investments.