Wilmington, NC

Frederick, MD → Wilmington, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Frederick to Wilmington

About 427 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,230–$4,800, delivery in 1–3 days, 300 carriers on the Frederick side and 93 in Wilmington.

  • 427 miroad distance
  • 8 h 4 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,230–$4,8002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 427 miles (362 straight-line)
Drive time
8 h 4 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
300 (201 interstate)
Movers at destination
93 (53 interstate)

Reverse: Wilmington → Frederick

Wilmington sits about 427 miles south of Frederick, which makes this an interstate relocation from Maryland to North Carolina that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,230 to $4,800 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 8 h 4 min.

On the Frederick side there are 300 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (201 of them authorized for interstate work), and 93 around Wilmington (53 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 Wilmington.

Frederick has a population of about 85,000 and Wilmington about 126,809. Frederick is considerably denser (3,262 people per square mile versus 2,246), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in North Carolina than in Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Frederick to Wilmington

Full-service estimate for 427 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,290 $1,570 $1,920
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,940 $2,360 $2,880
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,230 $3,940 $4,800
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,170 $6,300 $7,680
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,100 $8,660 $10,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$590–$830

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,060

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

Full-service mover

$3,230–$4,800

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 Frederick (origin)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2779557
MC
936752
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Service Master

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1022130
MC
664497
Based in
Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1063127
MC
915561
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1500152
MC
1089742
Based in
Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
441070
MC
241863
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1131819
MC
460859
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8211973
MC
88161384
Based in
New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4229009
MC
1635825
Based in
Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 300 movers in Frederick

Near Wilmington (destination)

Port City Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
223391
MC
174301
Based in
Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Coastal Carrier Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1010926
MC
425982
Based in
Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Miracle Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2461529
MC
852349
Based in
Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

J & C Custom Deliveries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
951979
MC
407784
Based in
Wilmington, NC 28412 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
916912
MC
397132
Based in
Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Two Men And A Truck Wilmington Nc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4579933
MC
1822984
Based in
Wilmington, NC 28401 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Just Move It

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3250986
MC
1148366
Based in
Wilmington, NC 28405 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3120022
MC
87417
Based in
Leland, NC 28451 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 93 movers in Wilmington

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frederick to Wilmington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,940 to $2,880 for a one-bedroom, $3,230 to $4,800 for a two-bedroom, $5,170 to $7,680 for a three-bedroom and $7,100 to $10,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wilmington from Frederick?

About 427 road miles (362 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 4 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 Maryland 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 Frederick to Wilmington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $590 to $830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,060. 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 Frederick–Wilmington corridor.