Bethesda, MD → Wilmington, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Bethesda to Wilmington

About 393 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,100–$4,610, delivery in 1–3 days, 660 carriers on the Bethesda side and 93 in Wilmington.

393 miroad distance
7 h 29 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,100–$4,6102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bethesda, Maryland
To: Wilmington, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 393 miles (333 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 29 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 660 (397 interstate)
Movers at destination: 93 (53 interstate)

Reverse: Wilmington → Bethesda

Wilmington sits about 393 miles south of Bethesda, which makes this an interstate relocation from Maryland to North Carolina that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $3,100 to $4,610 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 7 h 29 min.

On the Bethesda side there are 660 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (397 of them authorized for interstate work), and 93 around Wilmington (53 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 Wilmington.

Bethesda has a population of about 68,000 and Wilmington about 126,809. Bethesda is considerably denser (5,132 people per square mile versus 2,246), 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 North 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 Bethesda to Wilmington

Full-service estimate for 393 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,270	$1,550	$1,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,860	$2,270	$2,770
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,100	$3,780	$4,610
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,960	$6,050	$7,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,820	$8,320	$10,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$550–$780

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

Portable container

$1,370–$2,020

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

Full-service mover

$3,100–$4,610

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 Bethesda (origin)

Town And Country Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 418499
MC: 63919
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 670-4600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308320
MC: 1053236
Based in: Beltsville, MD 20705 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (240) 805-4447 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&n Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3588170
MC: 1214409
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (240) 364-4387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj LLC

USDOT: 1442953
MC: 545874
Based in: Rockville, MD 20850 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (240) 403-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC

USDOT: 1300300
MC: 504611
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3268506
MC: 1031430
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20785 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (702) 366-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bookstore Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2005212
MC: 707471
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20781 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (202) 570-4697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 660 movers in Bethesda

Near Wilmington (destination)

Port City Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Anders Williams Trucking Company

USDOT: 223391
MC: 174301
Based in: Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (910) 343-9831 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Carrier Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Coastal Carriers INC

USDOT: 1010926
MC: 425982
Based in: Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (910) 392-4916 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461529
MC: 852349
Based in: Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (910) 726-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

J & C Custom Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 951979
MC: 407784
Based in: Wilmington, NC 28412 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (910) 799-3277 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: T & K Moving INC

USDOT: 916912
MC: 397132
Based in: Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (910) 763-7990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Wilmington Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nhb Wilmington LLC

USDOT: 4579933
MC: 1822984
Based in: Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (910) 763-7990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Just Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Just Move It LLC

USDOT: 3250986
MC: 1148366
Based in: Wilmington, NC 28405 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (910) 512-7405 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Seadawgs Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3120022
MC: 87417
Based in: Leland, NC 28451 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (910) 769-3757 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 93 movers in Wilmington

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bethesda to Wilmington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,890 for a studio, $1,860 to $2,770 for a one-bedroom, $3,100 to $4,610 for a two-bedroom, $4,960 to $7,380 for a three-bedroom and $6,820 to $10,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wilmington from Bethesda?

About 393 road miles (333 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 29 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Maryland 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Bethesda to Wilmington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $550 to $780 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,370 to $2,020. 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 Bethesda–Wilmington corridor.