($912+) Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD Movers
Moving from Hartford, CT, to Sioux Falls, SD, runs anywhere from $912 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,121 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,472 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 3 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,056, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $9,121 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,318 - $4,592, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $912 - $2,389.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Hartford, CT, to Sioux Falls, SD. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,854 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD
There are 3 main ways to move from Hartford to Sioux Falls: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,854 - $6,449. Moving containers run about 40% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 67% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 3 to 8 days for this 1,472-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,472-mile route from Hartford to Sioux Falls, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $2,056 - $4,520 | $1,318 - $2,644 | $912 - $1,627 | $1,173 - $2,219 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,854 - $6,449 | $1,718 - $3,408 | $938 - $2,016 | $1,346 - $2,839 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,740 - $9,121 | $2,455 - $4,592 | $1,156 - $2,389 | $1,888 - $3,900 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,472-mile move from Hartford, Connecticut, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with prices running from $2,056 - $9,121. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $298 - $1,988 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Hartford and Sioux Falls are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Hartford movers tend to run around $300 as a base rate plus $180/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Hartford to Sioux Falls:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,056 - $4,520
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,854 - $6,449
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,740 - $9,121
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 Hartford to Sioux Falls.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD
Specialty needs vary by market: 65% of Hartford movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Sioux Falls, 50% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing73% of local movers | $497 - $4,970 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready65% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Colonial Moving & Storage | $199 - $1,193/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $298 - $2,386 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage9% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs43% of local movers | $994 - $2,982 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,485 - $9,940 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $745 - $1,414 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items17% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: RT Relocation | $994 - $2,485 |
| Piano | Any piano type47% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Colonial Moving & Storage | $795 - $3,479 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling4% of local movers | $298 - $1,491 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect16% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $646 - $1,988 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $298 - $14,910+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $298 - $3,479+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Hartford to Sioux Falls?
Movers licensed to operate in South Dakota are typically members of the South Dakota Trucking Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Hartford, CT. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD
Moving containers from Hartford, Connecticut, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, cost between $1,318 and $4,592. 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 Hartford typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Hartford to Sioux Falls:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,318 - $2,644
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,718 - $3,408
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,455 - $4,592
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Hartford, CT, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $696, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $75 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $149 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Hartford, CT, and Sioux Falls, SD, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Connecticut to South Dakota move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,318. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,718 - $3,408.
What are the best moving containers Hartford to Sioux Falls?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Hartford to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Hartford:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.8/5), 0 years in business
- Two Brothers Moving (4.7/5), 18 years in business
- A Plus Moving, LLC (4.8/5), 9 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD
A rental truck for this 1,472-mile move from Hartford, Connecticut, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, costs between $912 and $2,389. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $466 - $532
- Daily insurance: $30/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Hartford daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Hartford to Sioux Falls based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $912 - $1,627
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $938 - $2,016
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,156 - $2,389
Pro tip: The base rate of $912 - $2,389 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Hartford to Sioux Falls. Fuel ($466 - $532), lodging at around $149/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
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 $75 and $348.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $149.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $466 and $532 for the 1,472-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 $696 for 2 movers in Hartford, Connecticut, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Hartford to Sioux Falls?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD
For larger DIY moves from Hartford, Connecticut, 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 Sioux Falls, South 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 $1,346 and $2,839.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Hartford to Sioux Falls:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,173 - $2,219
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,346 - $2,839
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,888 - $3,900
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $75 - $149 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Hartford, Connecticut, for about five hours typically runs $696.
What are the best freight companies from Hartford to Sioux Falls?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Hartford to Sioux Falls. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Hartford, CT vs Sioux Falls, SD
Good news for your budget: Sioux Falls isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Hartford. Cost of living index runs 91 there against 105 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 67/100 and 36.25/100 here versus 38/100 and 57.17/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Sioux Falls, SD to Hartford, CT guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Connecticut to South Dakota over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 112 movers in our Connecticut network to compare for this 1,472-mile move.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Hartford, CT, to Sioux Falls, SD, 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 $2,056 - $9,121 on the 1,472-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,318 - $4,592 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $912 - $2,389 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,854 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 Sanford Health and Avera Health.
FAQs: Moving from Hartford, CT, to Sioux Falls, SD
How do I know a mover is licensed in South Dakota?
Although a local license is not required in South Dakota, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number.
What is the best time of year to move from Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
Is Sioux Falls a safe place to live?
Sioux Falls has a safety index of 57.17 out of 100 and a crime index of 42.83, compared to 36.25 and 63.75 in Hartford. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What is the cheapest way to move from Hartford, CT to Sioux Falls, SD?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $938 - $2,016. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What percentage of Hartford movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 47% of movers in Hartford handle piano moves, and 17% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.