($607+) Sioux Falls, SD to Memphis, TN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Sioux Falls, SD to Memphis, TN

For the 813-mile move from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Memphis, Tennessee, full-service movers cost between $2,223 and $9,364. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $267 - $1,780 (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 Sioux Falls generally start around $424 plus $182 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Sioux Falls to Memphis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,223 - $5,349
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,788 - $7,153
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,845 - $9,364

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 Sioux Falls to Memphis.

Specialty moving services from Sioux Falls, SD to Memphis, TN

Specialty needs vary by market — 71% of Sioux Falls movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Memphis, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Sioux Falls to Memphis?

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 Sioux Falls, SD to Memphis, TN

Moving containers from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Memphis, Tennessee, cost between $1,174 and $3,692. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Sioux Falls runs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Sioux Falls to Memphis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,174 - $2,142
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,480 - $2,857
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,870 - $3,692

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Sioux Falls, SD and Memphis, TN. 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 $623 in Sioux Falls, SD, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $67 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $134 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 Sioux Falls to Memphis?

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 Sioux Falls, SD to Memphis, TN

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 813 miles from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Memphis, Tennessee, running $595 - $1,602. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $230 - $263
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Sioux Falls daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Sioux Falls to Memphis based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $595 - $1,056
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $649 - $1,281
• 4+ bedrooms: $765 - $1,602

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 $67 and $312.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $134.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $230 and $263 for the 813-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 $623 for 2 movers in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Sioux Falls to Memphis?

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 Sioux Falls, SD to Memphis, TN

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Memphis, Tennessee. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $801 and $2,285.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Sioux Falls to Memphis:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,046 - $1,853
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,114 - $2,285
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,574 - $3,103

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Sioux Falls, South Dakota, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $623.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $67 - $134 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 Sioux Falls to Memphis?

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. Heyl Truck Lines, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): Heyl Truck Lines, Inc. 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: Sioux Falls, SD vs Memphis, TN

Good news for your budget: Memphis isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Sioux Falls. Cost of living index runs 86 there against 91 here, and rent, income, and tax rates all fall in a comparable band. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores land in a similar range too - 38/100 and 57.17/100 here versus 35/100 and 22.51/100 there.