Charleston, SC → Marietta, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Charleston to Marietta

About 324 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,650–$3,940, delivery in 1–3 days, 180 carriers on the Charleston side and 801 in Marietta.

324 miroad distance
6 h 17 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,650–$3,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Charleston, South Carolina
To: Marietta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 324 miles (275 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 17 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 180 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination: 801 (372 interstate)

Reverse: Marietta → Charleston

The route from Charleston, SC to Marietta, GA covers roughly 324 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,650 to $3,940 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 17 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 801 around Marietta (372 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 Marietta.

Charleston has a population of about 159,423 and Marietta about 62,000. Marietta is the denser city (2,594 people per square mile versus 1,309 in Charleston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Charleston to Marietta

Full-service estimate for 324 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,190	$1,450	$1,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,590	$1,940	$2,370
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,650	$3,230	$3,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,240	$5,170	$6,310
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,830	$7,110	$8,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$480–$680

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

Portable container

$1,310–$1,930

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

Full-service mover

$2,650–$3,940

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 Marietta (destination)

The Home Depot

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Home Depot USA INC

USDOT: 334286
MC: 1060197
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 639 trucks, 1,072 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (770) 600-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tq Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 767495
MC: 344964
Based in: Marietta, GA 30064 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 188 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (770) 426-8050 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P Richards Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 233221
MC: 1727004
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (770) 779-4332 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ssb Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ssb Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1041301
MC: 664290
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30326 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 132 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (404) 534-5654 Route Verify on FMCSA

Napa Rayloc Rmds Quaker City Motor Parts Global Parts

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Genuine Parts Company

USDOT: 3774
MC: 168488
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (678) 934-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight International LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2846152
MC: 954292
Based in: Woodstock, GA 30188 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (678) 632-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pxp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Postal Xpress LLC

USDOT: 3017703
MC: 32628
Based in: Roswell, GA 30075 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (833) 767-8251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colonial Van Lines INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1727120
MC: 728127
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30339 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (800) 409-7704 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 801 movers in Marietta

Tips for this move

Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Marietta: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,770 for a studio, $1,590 to $2,370 for a one-bedroom, $2,650 to $3,940 for a two-bedroom, $4,240 to $6,310 for a three-bedroom and $5,830 to $8,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Marietta from Charleston?

About 324 road miles (275 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 17 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Georgia 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 Marietta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,310 to $1,930. 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–Marietta corridor.