Charleston, SC → Youngstown, OH · Long-distance move

Movers from Charleston to Youngstown

About 676 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,630–$5,400, delivery in 2–5 days, 180 carriers on the Charleston side and 141 in Youngstown.

676 miroad distance
12 h 21 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,630–$5,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Charleston, South Carolina
To: Youngstown, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 676 miles (573 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 21 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 180 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination: 141 (90 interstate)

Reverse: Youngstown → Charleston

Youngstown sits about 676 miles north of Charleston, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Carolina to Ohio 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 $3,630 to $5,400 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 12 h 21 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 141 around Youngstown (90 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 Youngstown.

Charleston has a population of about 159,423 and Youngstown about 59,000. Youngstown is the denser city (1,770 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 Youngstown

Full-service estimate for 676 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,450	$1,770	$2,160
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,180	$2,650	$3,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,630	$4,420	$5,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,800	$7,080	$8,640
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,980	$9,730	$11,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$3,630–$5,400

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

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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 Youngstown (destination)

Howlett Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3287780
MC: 1040616
Based in: Canfield, OH 44406 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 63 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 770-6513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Over-Deliver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3276480
MC: 1035210
Based in: North Jackson, OH 44451 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (412) 576-1317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grant Street Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grant Street Services INC

USDOT: 906635
MC: 392849
Based in: Niles, OH 44446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (330) 544-9180 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joy Cone Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 85100
MC: 264866
Based in: Hermitage, PA 16148 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (724) 962-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kayd Transport Services LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1210024
MC: 764464
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (614) 316-7095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleland Bros Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleland Bros Moving LLC

USDOT: 1154917
MC: 467396
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (330) 729-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ten Cities Ii LLC

USDOT: 3257266
MC: 1026210
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 758-2110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bearded Brothers Moving Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3453726
MC: 1125163
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (330) 885-6841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 141 movers in Youngstown

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Youngstown 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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,450 to $2,160 for a studio, $2,180 to $3,240 for a one-bedroom, $3,630 to $5,400 for a two-bedroom, $5,800 to $8,640 for a three-bedroom and $7,980 to $11,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Youngstown from Charleston?

About 676 road miles (573 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 21 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 Ohio 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 Youngstown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,390. 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–Youngstown corridor.