Raleigh, NC

Branson, MO → Raleigh, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Branson to Raleigh

About 965 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,330–$6,440, delivery in 2–5 days, 19 carriers on the Branson side and 739 in Raleigh.

  • 965 miroad distance
  • 17 h 20 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,330–$6,4402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 965 miles (818 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 20 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
19 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination
739 (399 interstate)

Reverse: Raleigh → Branson

Moving from Branson to Raleigh is a long-distance move of roughly 965 road miles, heading east from Missouri to North 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 $4,330 to $6,440 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 17 h 20 min.

On the Branson side there are 19 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 739 around Raleigh (399 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 Raleigh.

Branson has a population of about 13,000 and Raleigh about 506,306. Raleigh is the denser city (3,179 people per square mile versus 592 in Branson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Branson to Raleigh

Full-service estimate for 965 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,730 $2,110 $2,580
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,600 $3,170 $3,870
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,330 $5,280 $6,440
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,930 $8,450 $10,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,530 $11,620 $14,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,440–$2,030

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

Portable container

$1,880–$2,770

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

Full-service mover

$4,330–$6,440

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Branson (origin)

Lnr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2109108
MC
735398
Based in
Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Slapout Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3062295
MC
55984
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Jones Trucking Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2435892
MC
1570931
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

M&m Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3624
MC
107803
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Solid Rock Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3269704
MC
1032005
Based in
Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Affordable Box Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2455026
MC
847753
Based in
Galena, MO 65656 (16 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Pda Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1760410
MC
643614
Based in
Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Cpnr Enterprises

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3032013
MC
39892
Based in
Everton, AR 72633 (40 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

All 19 movers in Branson

Near Raleigh (destination)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1534531
MC
648624
Based in
Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3434201
MC
1114105
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
917428
MC
397148
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2574332
MC
935064
Based in
Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3996385
MC
1500731
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2939017
MC
98627
Based in
Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4196166
MC
1617931
Based in
Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4232130
MC
1637508
Based in
Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 739 movers in Raleigh

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Branson to Raleigh?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,730 to $2,580 for a studio, $2,600 to $3,870 for a one-bedroom, $4,330 to $6,440 for a two-bedroom, $6,930 to $10,310 for a three-bedroom and $9,530 to $14,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Raleigh from Branson?

About 965 road miles (818 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 20 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 Missouri 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 Branson to Raleigh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,440 to $2,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,880 to $2,770. 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 Branson–Raleigh corridor.