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Arlington, TX → North Charleston, SC · Long-distance move

Movers from Arlington to North Charleston

About 1,168 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,860–$7,240, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 269 in North Charleston.

  • 1,168 miroad distance
  • 20 h 50 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,860–$7,2402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,168 miles (990 straight-line)
Drive time
20 h 50 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination
269 (136 interstate)

Reverse: North Charleston → Arlington

Moving from Arlington to North Charleston is a long-distance move of roughly 1,168 road miles, heading east from Texas to South Carolina.

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 $4,860 to $7,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 50 min.

On the Arlington side there are 1,724 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (721 of them authorized for interstate work), and 269 around North Charleston (136 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 North Charleston.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and North Charleston about 129,245. Arlington is considerably denser (4,111 people per square mile versus 1,480), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that South Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Arlington to North Charleston

Full-service estimate for 1,168 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,950 $2,370 $2,890
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,920 $3,560 $4,340
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,860 $5,930 $7,240
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,780 $9,490 $11,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,700 $13,050 $15,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,650–$2,330

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

Portable container

$2,060–$3,030

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

Full-service mover

$4,860–$7,240

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Arlington, TX → North Charleston, SC. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Arlington (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
160955
MC
180584
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT
1836511
MC
665731
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76102 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT
822809
MC
364675
Based in
Dallas, TX 75211 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1986353
MC
703067
Based in
North Richland, TX 76182 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT
1018527
MC
427093
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76111 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3508894
MC
1160787
Based in
Arlington, TX 76011 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2927239
MC
987973
Based in
Pantego, TX 76013 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3977236
MC
1488003
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76140 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

Near North Charleston (destination)

Antler Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
951978
MC
407642
Based in
Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 (14 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 (2 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 (2 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 (6 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 (2 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 (3 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 (7 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 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (843) 860-9717 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 269 movers in North Charleston

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Arlington to North Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,950 to $2,890 for a studio, $2,920 to $4,340 for a one-bedroom, $4,860 to $7,240 for a two-bedroom, $7,780 to $11,580 for a three-bedroom and $10,700 to $15,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is North Charleston from Arlington?

About 1,168 road miles (990 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 50 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Arlington to North Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,650 to $2,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,060 to $3,030. 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 Arlington–North Charleston corridor.