($932+) Montgomery, AL to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Montgomery, AL to Fargo, ND

For the 1,397-mile move from Montgomery, Alabama, to Fargo, North Dakota, full-service movers cost between $2,409 and $9,804. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $251 - $1,676 (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 Montgomery generally start around $462 plus $133 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,409 - $5,356
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,198 - $7,354
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,307 - $9,804

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 Montgomery to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Montgomery, AL to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Montgomery movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Fargo, 50% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Montgomery, AL to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Montgomery, Alabama, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,417 and $4,625. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Montgomery typically costs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,417 - $2,515
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,881 - $3,438
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,482 - $4,625

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Montgomery, AL 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 $587 in Montgomery, AL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $63 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $126 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery, AL to Fargo, ND

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,397 miles from Montgomery, Alabama, to Fargo, North Dakota, running $897 - $2,542. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $372 - $426
• Daily insurance: $25/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $17
• Montgomery daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $897 - $1,716
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $989 - $1,920
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,149 - $2,542

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 $63 and $293.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $126.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $372 and $426 for the 1,397-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 $587 for 2 movers in Montgomery, Alabama, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Montgomery 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 Montgomery, AL to Fargo, ND

For larger DIY moves from Montgomery, Alabama, 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 most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,433 and $2,925.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,275 - $2,427
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,433 - $2,925
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,966 - $3,970

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Montgomery, Alabama, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $587.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $63 - $126 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 Montgomery to Fargo?

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. MAF Expedited Bhm Express (4/5 stars): MAF Expedited Bhm Express 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: Montgomery, AL vs Fargo, ND

There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Montgomery and Fargo to plan around. Cost of living index: 79 vs. 91. Average rent: $1,200/mo vs. $1,055/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 26 vs. 45. Safety index: 34.75 vs. 56.17.