Durham, NC → Worcester, MA · Long-distance move

Movers from Durham to Worcester

About 681 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,160–$6,190, delivery in 2–5 days, 338 carriers on the Durham side and 226 in Worcester.

681 miroad distance
12 h 27 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,160–$6,1902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Durham, North Carolina
To: Worcester, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 681 miles (577 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 27 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 338 (194 interstate)
Movers at destination: 226 (135 interstate)

Reverse: Worcester → Durham

Worcester sits about 681 miles northeast of Durham, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina to Massachusetts 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 $4,160 to $6,190 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 27 min.

On the Durham side there are 338 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (194 of them authorized for interstate work), and 226 around Worcester (135 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 Worcester.

Durham has a population of about 305,561 and Worcester about 213,862. Worcester is the denser city (5,522 people per square mile versus 2,513 in Durham), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than North Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Durham to Worcester

Full-service estimate for 681 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,660	$2,030	$2,470
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,490	$3,040	$3,710
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,160	$5,070	$6,190
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,650	$8,110	$9,900
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,150	$11,150	$13,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,000–$1,410

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$4,160–$6,190

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 Durham (origin)

Pax Logistix

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pax Logistix LLC

USDOT: 3319990
MC: 1056199
Based in: Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (919) 961-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trosa Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers INC

USDOT: 675014
MC: 315111
Based in: Durham, NC 27701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (919) 419-1059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 338 movers in Durham

Near Worcester (destination)

Cumberland Farms INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 17902
MC: 167834
Based in: Westboro, MA 01581 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 116 trucks, 206 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (508) 270-7203 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intransit Container LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 536660
MC: 267848
Based in: Worcester, MA 01607 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (508) 752-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

L&s Transportation Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 7378699
Based in: Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 48 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (774) 303-7984 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piece By Piece Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Piece By Piece Movers LLC

USDOT: 1971286
MC: 697653
Based in: Clinton, MA 01510 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (617) 515-9886 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dn Van Lines Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dn Van Lines INC

USDOT: 1141917
MC: 462886
Based in: Northborough, MA 01532 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 516-6837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pegasus Courier Limo

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4211468
MC: 1626380
Based in: Worcester, MA 01605 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (508) 769-9667 Route Verify on FMCSA

Worcester County Air Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 255214
MC: 202018
Based in: Auburn, MA 01501 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (508) 755-8572 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oscar'S Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oscar'S Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 1637689
MC: 633243
Based in: Worcester, MA 01604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (617) 202-9566 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 226 movers in Worcester

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Durham to Worcester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,470 for a studio, $2,490 to $3,710 for a one-bedroom, $4,160 to $6,190 for a two-bedroom, $6,650 to $9,900 for a three-bedroom and $9,150 to $13,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Worcester from Durham?

About 681 road miles (577 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 27 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 Massachusetts 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 Durham to Worcester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,000 to $1,410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 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 Durham–Worcester corridor.