Kent, WA → Rock Hill, SC · Cross-country move

Movers from Kent to Rock Hill

About 2,687 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,120–$12,090, delivery in 7–14 days, 646 carriers on the Kent side and 275 in Rock Hill.

2,687 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,120–$12,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kent, Washington
To: Rock Hill, South Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 2,687 miles (2,277 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 646 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 275 (199 interstate)

Reverse: Rock Hill → Kent

The route from Kent, WA to Rock Hill, SC covers roughly 2,687 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $8,120 to $12,090 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 47 hours (6 driving days).

On the Kent side there are 646 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (317 of them authorized for interstate work), and 275 around Rock Hill (199 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 Rock Hill.

Kent has a population of about 134,871 and Rock Hill about 76,000. Kent is considerably denser (4,041 people per square mile versus 1,678), 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 South Carolina than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that South Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kent to Rock Hill

Full-service estimate for 2,687 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,250	$3,960	$4,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,870	$5,940	$7,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,120	$9,910	$12,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,000	$15,850	$19,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,870	$21,790	$26,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,660–$5,170

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

Portable container

$3,420–$5,030

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

Full-service mover

$8,120–$12,090

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 Kent (origin)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Costco Wholesale

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Costco Wholesale Corporation

USDOT: 589006
MC: 1778380
Based in: Issaquah, WA 98027 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,436 trucks, 2,612 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (425) 313-6275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3664442
MC: 75702336
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98006 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (253) 642-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 646 movers in Kent

Near Rock Hill (destination)

Max World Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4178043
MC: 1608130
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28277 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 118 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (929) 272-4344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Euro Line Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1466429
MC: 553988
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28273 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (888) 969-6913 Route Verify on FMCSA

E L S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Express Logistics Services INC

USDOT: 1375017
MC: 518134
Based in: Pineville, NC 28134 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (704) 426-0255 Route Verify on FMCSA

S D & L

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Specialty Delivery & Logistics INC

USDOT: 882032
MC: 383807
Based in: Fort Mill, SC 29715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (803) 835-6921 Route Verify on FMCSA

Caribbean Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512228
MC: 871353
Based in: Pineville, NC 28134 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (704) 523-5223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ballantyne & Beyond Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2557751
MC: 893568
Based in: Fort Mill, SC 29707 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (704) 544-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Idrive Fuel Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Idrive LLC

USDOT: 4515647
MC: 1795487
Based in: Rock Hill, SC 29730 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (803) 833-6320 Route Verify on FMCSA

You Move Me

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tec Ventures LLC

USDOT: 2518689
MC: 878140
Based in: Indian Land, SC 29707 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (704) 533-4808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 275 movers in Rock Hill

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Kent to Rock Hill?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,250 to $4,830 for a studio, $4,870 to $7,250 for a one-bedroom, $8,120 to $12,090 for a two-bedroom, $13,000 to $19,340 for a three-bedroom and $17,870 to $26,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rock Hill from Kent?

About 2,687 road miles (2,277 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Washington 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 Kent to Rock Hill?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,660 to $5,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,420 to $5,030. 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 Kent–Rock Hill corridor.