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Charlotte, NC → Portland, ME · Long-distance move

Movers from Charlotte to Portland

About 958 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,500–$6,690, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,057 carriers on the Charlotte side and 113 in Portland.

  • 958 miroad distance
  • 17 h 13 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,500–$6,6902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 958 miles (812 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 13 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,057 (765 interstate)
Movers at destination
113 (63 interstate)

Reverse: Portland → Charlotte

The route from Charlotte, NC to Portland, ME covers roughly 958 miles by road, a northeast-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 $4,500 to $6,690 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 13 min.

On the Charlotte side there are 1,057 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (765 of them authorized for interstate work), and 113 around Portland (63 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 Portland.

Charlotte has a population of about 964,784 and Portland about 69,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,837 and 3,176 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Charlotte to Portland

Full-service estimate for 958 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,800 $2,190 $2,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,700 $3,290 $4,010
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,500 $5,480 $6,690
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,190 $8,770 $10,700
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,890 $12,060 $14,720

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,020

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

Portable container

$1,880–$2,760

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

Full-service mover

$4,500–$6,690

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Charlotte, NC → Portland, ME. 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 Charlotte (origin)

Harris Teeter LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
16362
MC
200790
Based in
Matthews, NC 28105 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
389 trucks, 455 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (704) 844-3656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Max World Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4178043
MC
1608130
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28277 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 118 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (929) 272-4344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freshpoint

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC

USDOT
1795137
MC
653312
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28269 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clear Roadway Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3447504
MC
1121363
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28213 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (704) 288-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Euro Line Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1466429
MC
553988
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28273 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (888) 969-6913 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clt Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2449060
MC
845309
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28214 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
43 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (704) 668-0998 Route Verify on FMCSA

E L S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Express Logistics Services INC

USDOT
1375017
MC
518134
Based in
Pineville, NC 28134 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (704) 426-0255 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asd Team LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2350036
MC
804467
Based in
Indian Trail, NC 28079 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (704) 234-8358 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,057 movers in Charlotte

Near Portland (destination)

Sysco Northern New England INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
284941
MC
1099777
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
85 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (207) 871-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dump Guy LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2421539
MC
1270956
Based in
Scarborough, ME 04074 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
38 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (207) 450-5858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bisson Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9153
MC
237741
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (207) 514-1060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Earle W Noyes & Sons Moving Specialists

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Earle W Noyes & Son

USDOT
51022
MC
38092
Based in
Portland, ME 04101 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (207) 775-5876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smart Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3486792
MC
1146232
Based in
Gorham, ME 04038 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (833) 737-6278 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & B Towinggateway Auto LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
859406
MC
383664
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (207) 772-4236 Route Verify on FMCSA

Local Muscle LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2162841
MC
822854
Based in
Portland, ME 04103 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (207) 370-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Portland LLC

USDOT
2926493
MC
987632
Based in
Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (207) 835-8440 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 113 movers in Portland

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Charlotte to Portland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,800 to $2,680 for a studio, $2,700 to $4,010 for a one-bedroom, $4,500 to $6,690 for a two-bedroom, $7,190 to $10,700 for a three-bedroom and $9,890 to $14,720 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portland from Charlotte?

About 958 road miles (812 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 13 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 North Carolina into Maine 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 Charlotte to Portland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,880 to $2,760. 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 Charlotte–Portland corridor.