($618+) Missoula, MT to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Missoula, MT to Fargo, ND

Hiring full-service movers from Missoula, Montana, to Fargo, North Dakota, costs between $2,401 and $9,518. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 950-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $313 - $2,084, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Missoula and Fargo. For a rough baseline, movers based in Missoula tend to start around $342 plus $150/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,401 - $5,634
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,767 - $7,386
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,913 - $9,518

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 Missoula to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Missoula, MT to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market: 50% of Missoula 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 Missoula to Fargo?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Missoula, MT to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Missoula, Montana, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,188 and $3,946. 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 Missoula costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,188 - $1,994
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,469 - $2,830
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,920 - $3,946

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 Missoula, MT, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $729, 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 $78 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $156 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Missoula, MT, and Fargo, ND, 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.

What are the best moving containers Missoula 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 Missoula, MT to Fargo, ND

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 950 miles from Missoula, Montana, to Fargo, North Dakota, running $618 - $1,814. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $315 - $360
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Missoula daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $618 - $1,183
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $696 - $1,420
• 4+ bedrooms: $846 - $1,814

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $315 - $360 for the 950-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 Missoula, Montana, for about 5 hours typically costs around $729.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 950-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $156 per night, adding $313 - $469 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $52 and $313.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Missoula 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 Missoula, MT to Fargo, ND

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Missoula, Montana, to Fargo, North Dakota, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,234 and $2,427.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,080 - $1,832
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,234 - $2,427
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,600 - $3,003

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $78 - $156 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Missoula, Montana, typically costs $729.

What are the best freight companies from Missoula to Fargo?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Missoula, MT 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 Missoula 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 Missoula, MT, to Fargo, ND, 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 $2,401 - $9,518 on the 950-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,188 - $3,946 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $618 - $1,814 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,767 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 Noridian Mutual Insurance Company and TMI Hospitality.