Charleston, SC → Davenport, IA · Long-distance move

Movers from Charleston to Davenport

About 990 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,320–$6,430, delivery in 2–5 days, 180 carriers on the Charleston side and 98 in Davenport.

990 miroad distance
17 h 46 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,320–$6,4302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Charleston, South Carolina
To: Davenport, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 990 miles (839 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 46 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 180 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination: 98 (78 interstate)

Reverse: Davenport → Charleston

Moving from Charleston to Davenport is a long-distance move of roughly 990 road miles, heading northwest from South Carolina to Iowa.

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 $4,320 to $6,430 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 46 min.

On the Charleston side there are 180 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (89 of them authorized for interstate work), and 98 around Davenport (78 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 Davenport.

Charleston has a population of about 159,423 and Davenport about 100,358. The two cities have comparable density (1,309 and 1,594 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Charleston to Davenport

Full-service estimate for 990 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,730	$2,110	$2,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,590	$3,160	$3,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,320	$5,270	$6,430
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,920	$8,430	$10,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,510	$11,600	$14,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,470–$2,070

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

Portable container

$1,900–$2,800

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

Full-service mover

$4,320–$6,430

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 Charleston (origin)

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

Near Davenport (destination)

Mdn Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3205071
MC: 1398328
Based in: Davenport, IA 52807 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 275 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (815) 306-3480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2525328
MC: 716792
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boost Express Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2453637
MC: 847181
Based in: Davenport, IA 52801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (708) 253-8182 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9539980
MC: 94140758
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & B Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1731359
MC: 634361
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (563) 200-5510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bruce Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bruce R Petty INC

USDOT: 873780
MC: 693855
Based in: Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (563) 323-5435 Route Verify on FMCSA

D T S Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1708832
MC: 627000
Based in: Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (563) 570-4596 Route Verify on FMCSA

F And A Truck Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357533
MC: 1074590
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (563) 381-0256 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Davenport

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Davenport if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,730 to $2,570 for a studio, $2,590 to $3,860 for a one-bedroom, $4,320 to $6,430 for a two-bedroom, $6,920 to $10,290 for a three-bedroom and $9,510 to $14,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Davenport from Charleston?

About 990 road miles (839 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 46 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 South Carolina into Iowa 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 Charleston to Davenport?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,470 to $2,070 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,800. 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 Charleston–Davenport corridor.