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Burlington, VT → Charleston, SC · Long-distance move

Movers from Burlington to Charleston

About 1,042 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,730–$7,030, delivery in 3–7 days, 73 carriers on the Burlington side and 180 in Charleston.

  • 1,042 miroad distance
  • 18 h 40 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,730–$7,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,042 miles (883 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 40 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
73 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination
180 (89 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Burlington

Charleston sits about 1,042 miles southwest of Burlington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Vermont to South Carolina that most movers classify as a 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 $4,730 to $7,030 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 18 h 40 min.

On the Burlington side there are 73 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 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.

Burlington has a population of about 45,000 and Charleston about 159,423. Burlington is considerably denser (4,343 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 Vermont, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Burlington to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 1,042 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,890 $2,310 $2,810
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,840 $3,460 $4,220
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,730 $5,760 $7,030
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,560 $9,220 $11,250
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,400 $12,680 $15,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,520–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$4,730–$7,030

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Burlington, VT → 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 Burlington (origin)

Winds Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2529848
MC
879056
Based in
Milton, VT 05468 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 61 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (802) 373-1156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Action Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
434207
MC
190629
Based in
Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (802) 893-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fireball Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2939394
MC
997036
Based in
Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (802) 864-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carpenter'S Motor Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
86326
MC
105506
Based in
Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (802) 862-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray'S Seafood Market INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
344283
MC
537847
Based in
Burlington, VT 05401 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (802) 658-7928 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Transforce LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2586862
MC
907740
Based in
Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (802) 829-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&s Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1665580
MC
670173
Based in
Richmond, VT 05477 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (802) 279-0606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Booska World Wide Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Booska Movers INC

USDOT
786533
MC
437707
Based in
South Burlington, VT 05403 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (802) 864-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 73 movers in Burlington

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,890 to $2,810 for a studio, $2,840 to $4,220 for a one-bedroom, $4,730 to $7,030 for a two-bedroom, $7,560 to $11,250 for a three-bedroom and $10,400 to $15,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Burlington?

About 1,042 road miles (883 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 40 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 Vermont 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 Burlington to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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 Burlington–Charleston corridor.