Fredericksburg, TX → Charleston, SC · Long-distance move

Movers from Fredericksburg to Charleston

About 1,328 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,250–$7,810, delivery in 3–7 days, 11 carriers on the Fredericksburg side and 180 in Charleston.

1,328 miroad distance
23 h 36 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,250–$7,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fredericksburg, Texas
To: Charleston, South Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,328 miles (1,125 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 36 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 11 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 180 (89 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Fredericksburg

Moving from Fredericksburg to Charleston is a long-distance move of roughly 1,328 road miles, heading east from Texas to South 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 $5,250 to $7,810 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 36 min.

On the Fredericksburg side there are 11 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 180 around Charleston (89 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 Charleston.

Fredericksburg has a population of about 11,000 and Charleston about 159,423. The two cities have comparable density (1,138 and 1,309 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that South Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fredericksburg to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 1,328 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,100	$2,560	$3,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,150	$3,840	$4,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,250	$6,400	$7,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,390	$10,240	$12,490
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,540	$14,070	$17,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,810–$2,560

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

Portable container

$2,210–$3,240

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

Full-service mover

$5,250–$7,810

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 Fredericksburg (origin)

Affordable Movers Of The Hill Country LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1937257
MC: 981080
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (830) 997-9110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allied Moving & Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3349014
MC: 1070341
Based in: Fredericksbrg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (830) 456-2303 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & L Moving LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2641216
MC: 968782
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (830) 456-2571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sokoloff Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Maxmillian Sokoloff

USDOT: 2529407
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (830) 307-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anchor Moving Services INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2783059
Based in: Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (830) 992-3729 Route Verify on FMCSA

4 Pardners Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4491786
MC: 1775681
Based in: Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (325) 248-7022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diamond Classic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3665387
MC: 1268885
Based in: Mason, TX 76856 (38 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (254) 415-1464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Fietz Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Fast Fietz Moving LLC

USDOT: 2862121
Based in: Kingsland, TX 78639 (37 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (512) 938-9956 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Fredericksburg

Near Charleston (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
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 Charleston if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,100 to $3,120 for a studio, $3,150 to $4,680 for a one-bedroom, $5,250 to $7,810 for a two-bedroom, $8,390 to $12,490 for a three-bedroom and $11,540 to $17,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Fredericksburg?

About 1,328 road miles (1,125 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 36 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas into South 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 Fredericksburg to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,810 to $2,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,210 to $3,240. 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 Fredericksburg–Charleston corridor.