Alpharetta, GA → Concord, NC · Regional long-distance move
About 266 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,470–$3,680, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,260 carriers on the Alpharetta side and 441 in Concord.
The route from Alpharetta, GA to Concord, NC covers roughly 266 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.
At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $2,470 to $3,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 17 min.
On the Alpharetta side there are 1,260 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (604 of them authorized for interstate work), and 441 around Concord (326 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Concord.
Alpharetta has a population of about 68,000 and Concord about 114,598. Alpharetta is considerably denser (2,447 people per square mile versus 1,657), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,200 | $1,460 | $1,780 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,480 | $1,810 | $2,210 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,470 | $3,020 | $3,680 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,960 | $4,830 | $5,890 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,440 | $6,640 | $8,100 |
$420–$600
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,260–$1,850
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,470–$3,680
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Alpharetta, GA → Concord, NC. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Lazer Spot INC
Legal name: Saia Motor Freight Line LLC
Legal name: Sld Transport, LLC
Legal name: Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation
Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC
Legal name: Redwog LLC
Legal name: Nbf Charlotte LLC
Legal name: Fletcher Anneheim Dedicated Services LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,200 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,480 to $2,210 for a one-bedroom, $2,470 to $3,680 for a two-bedroom, $3,960 to $5,890 for a three-bedroom and $5,440 to $8,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 266 road miles (226 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 17 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.
Yes. Crossing from Georgia into North Carolina makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $420 to $600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,850. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.
Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Alpharetta–Concord corridor.