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Charleston, SC → Fort Myers, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Charleston to Fort Myers

About 523 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,390–$5,040, delivery in 2–5 days, 180 carriers on the Charleston side and 382 in Fort Myers.

  • 523 miroad distance
  • 9 h 43 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,390–$5,0402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 523 miles (443 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 43 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
180 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination
382 (119 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Myers → Charleston

The route from Charleston, SC to Fort Myers, FL covers roughly 523 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,390 to $5,040 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 43 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 382 around Fort Myers (119 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 Fort Myers.

Charleston has a population of about 159,423 and Fort Myers about 101,581. Fort Myers is the denser city (2,171 people per square mile versus 1,309 in Charleston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Charleston to Fort Myers

Full-service estimate for 523 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,360 $1,650 $2,020
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,030 $2,480 $3,020
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,390 $4,130 $5,040
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,420 $6,610 $8,060
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,450 $9,090 $11,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$840–$1,180

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

Portable container

$1,490–$2,190

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

Full-service mover

$3,390–$5,040

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Charleston, SC → Fort Myers, FL. 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 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 Fort Myers (destination)

Husky Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1968955
MC
697140
Based in
Lehigh Acres, FL 33976 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (336) 688-1518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmt Naples LLC

USDOT
2951563
Based in
Fort Myers, FL 33967 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (239) 337-3331 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Ft Myers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Naples LLC

USDOT
3534267
MC
1177701
Based in
Ft Myers, FL 33913 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

FL Go And FL Go Freight

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gfa Rail Services INC

USDOT
955503
MC
812797
Based in
Ft Myers, FL 33916 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (239) 275-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frost Brook Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3196833
MC
153472
Based in
Fort Myers, FL 33913 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (239) 245-9426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Et Transport Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1127455
MC
460699
Based in
North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (305) 395-5048 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Running International Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4387511
MC
1720771
Based in
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (561) 389-4283 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chhj FL Fort Myers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4497104
MC
1778548
Based in
Fort Myers, FL 33901 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (727) 486-0888 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 382 movers in Fort Myers

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Charleston to Fort Myers?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,360 to $2,020 for a studio, $2,030 to $3,020 for a one-bedroom, $3,390 to $5,040 for a two-bedroom, $5,420 to $8,060 for a three-bedroom and $7,450 to $11,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Myers from Charleston?

About 523 road miles (443 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 43 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 Florida 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 Fort Myers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $840 to $1,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,490 to $2,190. 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–Fort Myers corridor.