Fayetteville, NC

Cleveland, OH → Fayetteville, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Cleveland to Fayetteville

About 549 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,360–$5,000, delivery in 2–5 days, 638 carriers on the Cleveland side and 324 in Fayetteville.

  • 549 miroad distance
  • 10 h 10 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,360–$5,0002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 549 miles (466 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 10 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
638 (374 interstate)
Movers at destination
324 (197 interstate)

Reverse: Fayetteville → Cleveland

Moving from Cleveland to Fayetteville is a long-distance move of roughly 549 road miles, heading south from Ohio to North Carolina.

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 $3,360 to $5,000 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 10 h 10 min.

On the Cleveland side there are 638 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (374 of them authorized for interstate work), and 324 around Fayetteville (197 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 Fayetteville.

Cleveland has a population of about 363,608 and Fayetteville about 209,120. Cleveland is considerably denser (4,796 people per square mile versus 1,406), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Cleveland to Fayetteville

Full-service estimate for 549 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,350 $1,640 $2,000
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,020 $2,460 $3,000
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,360 $4,100 $5,000
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,380 $6,560 $8,010
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,400 $9,030 $11,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$860–$1,220

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

Portable container

$1,510–$2,220

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

Full-service mover

$3,360–$5,000

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Cleveland (origin)

Horizon Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237360
MC
169607
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
354 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Horizon Midwest INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2317693
MC
791331
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
385 trucks, 385 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Travelcenters Of America

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
300813
MC
353338
Based in
Westlake, OH 44145 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
408 trucks, 397 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

American Marine Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1598342
MC
591312
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44110 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
225 trucks, 199 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Horizon West INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318092
MC
791357
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
219 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Horizon South INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318070
MC
791344
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 191 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Z Brothers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1495228
MC
562163
Based in
Brooklyn, OH 44144 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Ohio Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
384170
MC
58561
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44107 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

All 638 movers in Cleveland

Near Fayetteville (destination)

Wegoleball Moving Service

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4283574
MC
1665569
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28303 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,513 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Mmx Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2831528
MC
946172
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28306 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Omni Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
302306
MC
241642
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28301 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Piedmont Van And Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
301720
MC
211535
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28306 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Merchants Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154235
MC
129323
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28301 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Terminal Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
479541
MC
251813
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28301 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Custom Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
230282
MC
164025
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28311 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

US Professional Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3836891
MC
1393888
Based in
Fayetteville, NC 28311 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

All 324 movers in Fayetteville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Cleveland to Fayetteville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,000 for a studio, $2,020 to $3,000 for a one-bedroom, $3,360 to $5,000 for a two-bedroom, $5,380 to $8,010 for a three-bedroom and $7,400 to $11,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fayetteville from Cleveland?

About 549 road miles (466 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 10 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 Ohio into North Carolina 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 Cleveland to Fayetteville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $860 to $1,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,220. 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 Cleveland–Fayetteville corridor.