($684+) Memphis, TN to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Fargo, ND

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,051-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Fargo, North Dakota, with costs ranging from $2,378 - $8,900. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $264 - $1,760. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Memphis and Fargo. Local movers in Memphis typically start around $334 as a base rate plus $125/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,378 - $5,093
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,907 - $6,274
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,351 - $8,900

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 Memphis to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis, TN to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,230 and $4,161. 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 Memphis runs about $45/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,230 - $2,246
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,598 - $3,093
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,223 - $4,161

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $66 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $132 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $616 in Memphis, TN, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Fargo, ND, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Memphis 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 Memphis, TN to Fargo, ND

A rental truck for this 1,051-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Fargo, North Dakota, costs between $756 and $1,978. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $294 - $336
• Daily insurance: $26/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $756 - $1,367
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $777 - $1,593
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,016 - $1,978

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $294 - $336 for the 1,051-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 Memphis, Tennessee, for about 5 hours typically costs around $616.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,051-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $132 per night, adding $264 - $396 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $44 and $264.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis 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 Memphis, TN to Fargo, ND

If you're moving a larger household from Memphis, Tennessee, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Fargo, North Dakota.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,318 and $2,602.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,106 - $2,166
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,318 - $2,602
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,710 - $3,262

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $66 and $132.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for roughly five hours typically average $616.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis 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. Empire Express, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Empire Express, 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: Memphis, TN vs Fargo, ND

Memphis and Fargo land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 86 in Memphis and 91 in Fargo, and rent tracks closely too ($1,299/mo vs. $1,055/mo). You likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. Walkability (35 vs 45) and safety scores (22.51 vs 56.17) come out about the same too.