Charleston, SC → Georgetown, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Charleston to Georgetown

About 1,240 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,040–$7,490, delivery in 3–7 days, 180 carriers on the Charleston side and 242 in Georgetown.

1,240 miroad distance
22 h 5 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,040–$7,4902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Charleston, South Carolina
To: Georgetown, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,240 miles (1,051 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 5 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 180 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination: 242 (71 interstate)

Reverse: Georgetown → Charleston

The route from Charleston, SC to Georgetown, TX covers roughly 1,240 miles by road, a west-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 $5,040 to $7,490 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 22 h 5 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 242 around Georgetown (71 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 Georgetown.

Charleston has a population of about 159,423 and Georgetown about 106,907. The two cities have comparable density (1,309 and 1,172 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Charleston to Georgetown

Full-service estimate for 1,240 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,010	$2,460	$3,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,020	$3,680	$4,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,040	$6,140	$7,490
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,060	$9,830	$11,990
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,080	$13,510	$16,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,720–$2,430

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

Portable container

$2,130–$3,130

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

Full-service mover

$5,040–$7,490

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 Georgetown (destination)

Square Cow Moovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Square Cow Moovers LLC

USDOT: 1748594
MC: 640166
Based in: Cedar Park, TX 78613 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (512) 401-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2292865
MC: 782939
Based in: Round Rock, TX 78665 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (347) 661-8541 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anywhere Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3671209
MC: 1273102
Based in: Georgetown, TX 78626 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (512) 669-2901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apache Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Apache Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 1939459
MC: 1796685
Based in: Leander, TX 78641 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (512) 280-3388 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movingtexascom

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Compass Re LLC

USDOT: 3621184
MC: 1260987
Based in: Georgetown, TX 78633 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (877) 307-0101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Christian Bros Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2531394
MC: 1166897
Based in: Round Rock, TX 78664 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (512) 373-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Army Ant Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Army Ant Moving LLC

USDOT: 1974904
MC: 698546
Based in: Cedar Park, TX 78613 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (512) 966-6823 Route Verify on FMCSA

South West Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1922488
MC: 687853
Based in: Round Rock, TX 78664 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (917) 440-5721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 242 movers in Georgetown

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Georgetown 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 Georgetown?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,010 to $3,000 for a studio, $3,020 to $4,500 for a one-bedroom, $5,040 to $7,490 for a two-bedroom, $8,060 to $11,990 for a three-bedroom and $11,080 to $16,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Georgetown from Charleston?

About 1,240 road miles (1,051 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 5 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 South Carolina into Texas 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 Georgetown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,720 to $2,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,130 to $3,130. 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–Georgetown corridor.