Pickup and delivery across Ward County, reached by carriers on US-83 and US-2. We plan regular routes to Bismarck and Minneapolis.
Minot is the anchor city of the Minot metro area and the fourth-largest city in North Dakota. The city is in Ward County. The Census Bureau estimated about 47,400 residents in 2023.
Minot is not on an interstate. The closest is I-94, about 95 miles away in a straight line, and US-83 and US-2 are the main highways through town. Because of that, pickups here usually take a little more planning than in cities on a main truck route. Minot Air Force Base is nearby, so military PCS moves are a regular part of local demand.
Winters bring snow and salted roads, so winter shipping needs a little more planning.
Measured in a straight line, Minot is about 228 miles from Fargo, the state's largest city. The nearest other places with guides on this site are Mandan (99 mi), Bismarck (101 mi), and Lincoln (105 mi). The closest major out-of-state market is Minneapolis, MN, about 442 miles away.
Straight-line distances are shown for comparison. Road miles and timing come with your quote, and every route works in both directions.
Bismarck lies about 101 miles south. In-state moves like this usually ride along on a longer carrier route. Bismarck gets real winters, so leave slack in December through February.
The nearest big out-of-state market, about 442 miles southeast: a multi-state haul. Minneapolis gets real winters, so leave slack in December through February.
Snowbirds from Minot often head south to McAllen, roughly 1,530 miles. Spring returns are the second peak.
PCS orders often connect these two military towns, about 1,484 miles apart. Norfolk sits near the Atlantic coast.
PCS orders often connect these two military towns, about 1,347 miles apart. San Diego sits near the Pacific coast.
A 1,437-mile cross-country run east. Long hauls like this are scheduled in pickup windows, not exact days. New York sits near the Atlantic coast.
Civilian carriers usually can't drive onto Minot Air Force Base. Plan to meet off-base in Minot, and line up dates with your report or departure date if you're on PCS orders.
HOA rules, cul-de-sacs and low trees are common in Minot's neighborhoods. A nearby shopping-center lot or main road is the usual backup.
Winter storms can delay pickups. Rinse off road salt before the inspection so the condition report is accurate, and make sure the battery is strong.
With I-94 about 95 miles away, some carriers will ask to meet closer to the highway or along US-83. Door-to-door pickup is still the default whenever the truck can reach you.
Shipping from a neighboring city or town? These pages cover their roads, routes and local details. You can also browse every city we cover in North Dakota.
Yes. Most addresses in Minot can be served door to door. If HOA rules or narrow streets get in the way, we'll set a nearby meeting point instead.
Booking a week or two ahead usually gives you the most options. In Minot, summer is peak PCS season around Minot AFB.
Yes. Minot to Bismarck is about 101 miles in a straight line, and the road distance is longer. We'll quote the route both ways and give you a timing window before you book.
Usually not on the installation itself. Civilian carriers generally can't get on base, so pickup is set at an address or public lot off-base in Minot. Have your orders handy if your dates depend on a report date.
Yes. Snow can push a pickup back by a day, but carriers run all winter. If the car is a classic or low-clearance model, enclosed transport keeps it away from salt and slush.
Open transport works well for most everyday cars and is the more affordable option. Enclosed transport protects luxury, classic or freshly detailed vehicles from road salt and winter grime along the way.
Carriers usually reach Minot on US-83 and US-2.
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