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Boca Raton, FL → North Charleston, SC · Long-distance move

Movers from Boca Raton to North Charleston

About 534 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,410–$5,080, delivery in 2–5 days, 743 carriers on the Boca Raton side and 269 in North Charleston.

  • 534 miroad distance
  • 9 h 54 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,410–$5,0802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 534 miles (452 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 54 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
743 (316 interstate)
Movers at destination
269 (136 interstate)

Reverse: North Charleston → Boca Raton

Moving from Boca Raton to North Charleston is a long-distance move of roughly 534 road miles, heading north from Florida 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 $3,410 to $5,080 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 9 h 54 min.

On the Boca Raton side there are 743 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (316 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.

Boca Raton has a population of about 101,582 and North Charleston about 129,245. Boca Raton is considerably denser (3,336 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 Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Boca Raton to North Charleston

Full-service estimate for 534 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,030
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,050 $2,500 $3,050
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,410 $4,160 $5,080
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,460 $6,660 $8,130
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,510 $9,160 $11,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,200

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,200

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

Full-service mover

$3,410–$5,080

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Boca Raton, FL → 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 Boca Raton (origin)

Pero Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
763996
MC
391076
Based in
Delray Beach, FL 33446 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
136 trucks, 113 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (561) 498-5771 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614506
MC
294798
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (954) 630-0316 Route Verify on FMCSA

Armstrong Relocation Florida LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1894774
MC
1642654
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33064 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (901) 569-7113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blvd Moving LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
2892909
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (323) 703-5899 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Advance Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1965782
MC
696410
Based in
Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (954) 657-8985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1434373
MC
681534
Based in
Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (800) 970-7498 Route Verify on FMCSA

Palm Beach Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3306963
MC
1053501
Based in
Boca Raton, FL 33431 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
22 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Route Verify on FMCSA

International Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2293832
MC
796971
Based in
Coral Springs, FL 33065 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (954) 510-4483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 743 movers in Boca Raton

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 Boca Raton to North Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,030 for a studio, $2,050 to $3,050 for a one-bedroom, $3,410 to $5,080 for a two-bedroom, $5,460 to $8,130 for a three-bedroom and $7,510 to $11,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is North Charleston from Boca Raton?

About 534 road miles (452 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 54 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 Florida 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 Boca Raton to North Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,200. 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 Boca Raton–North Charleston corridor.