Annapolis, MD → Charleston, SC · Long-distance move

Movers from Annapolis to Charleston

About 551 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,600–$5,350, delivery in 2–5 days, 199 carriers on the Annapolis side and 180 in Charleston.

551 miroad distance
10 h 12 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,600–$5,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Annapolis, Maryland
To: Charleston, South Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 551 miles (467 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 12 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 199 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination: 180 (89 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Annapolis

The route from Annapolis, MD to Charleston, SC covers roughly 551 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the 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 $3,600 to $5,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 10 h 12 min.

On the Annapolis side there are 199 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (100 of them authorized for interstate work), and 180 around Charleston (89 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 Charleston.

Annapolis has a population of about 41,000 and Charleston about 159,423. Annapolis is considerably denser (5,664 people per square mile versus 1,309), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in South Carolina than in Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Annapolis to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 551 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,440	$1,750	$2,140
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,160	$2,630	$3,210
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,600	$4,390	$5,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,750	$7,020	$8,560
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,910	$9,650	$11,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$870–$1,220

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,510–$2,220

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$3,600–$5,350

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Annapolis (origin)

Dd&s Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 361802
MC: 326288
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (202) 696-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Red Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3440755
MC: 1130653
Based in: Annapolis, MD 21409 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 48 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (410) 703-3998 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parks Excavating & Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 942867
MC: 1682505
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (410) 867-0357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dafi

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Deale Aquaculture Farm INC

USDOT: 842049
MC: 1026604
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (240) 351-3009 Route Verify on FMCSA

B T Curtis Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 828375
MC: 526326
Based in: Crownsville, MD 21032 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (410) 787-8385 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-One Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1039352
MC: 461680
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (410) 729-1729 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tomi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4150525
MC: 1641330
Based in: Deale, MD 20751 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (301) 456-5407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pretty Little Wedding Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pretty Little Weddings LLC

USDOT: 3560128
MC: 1668215
Based in: Chester, MD 21619 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (410) 310-0396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 199 movers in Annapolis

Near Charleston (destination)

Antler Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 951978
MC: 407642
Based in: Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 143 trucks, 143 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (843) 849-0451 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harbor Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ats Intermodal LLC

USDOT: 776430
MC: 347563
Based in: North Charleston, SC 29418 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 139 trucks, 117 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (843) 308-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Precise Logistical Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3298761
MC: 1045896
Based in: N Charleston, SC 29420 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (843) 425-3495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xon Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3730419
MC: 1316630
Based in: Charleston, SC 29414 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 916-0122 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Aba Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 3402685
MC: 1095537
Based in: N Charleston, SC 29406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (843) 529-0220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harbor Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Premier Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1220227
MC: 340338
Based in: Hanahan, SC 29410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (843) 554-7529 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Charleston LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2276296
MC: 779892
Based in: North Charleston, SC 29405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Smooth Move LLC

USDOT: 2357653
MC: 834668
Based in: North Charleston, SC 29405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (843) 860-9717 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 180 movers in Charleston

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Charleston if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Annapolis to Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,440 to $2,140 for a studio, $2,160 to $3,210 for a one-bedroom, $3,600 to $5,350 for a two-bedroom, $5,750 to $8,560 for a three-bedroom and $7,910 to $11,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Annapolis?

About 551 road miles (467 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 12 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Maryland into South 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Annapolis to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $870 to $1,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,220. 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.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

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 Annapolis–Charleston corridor.