Lee's Summit, MO → Charleston, SC · Long-distance move

Movers from Lee's Summit to Charleston

About 1,072 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,540–$6,750, delivery in 3–7 days, 213 carriers on the Lee's Summit side and 180 in Charleston.

1,072 miroad distance
19 h 11 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,540–$6,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lee's Summit, Missouri
To: Charleston, South Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 1,072 miles (909 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 11 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 213 (168 interstate)
Movers at destination: 180 (89 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Lee's Summit

Moving from Lee's Summit to Charleston is a long-distance move of roughly 1,072 road miles, heading southeast from Missouri 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 $4,540 to $6,750 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 19 h 11 min.

On the Lee's Summit side there are 213 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (168 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.

Lee's Summit has a population of about 107,514 and Charleston about 159,423. The two cities have comparable density (1,582 and 1,309 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Lee's Summit to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 1,072 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,810	$2,210	$2,700
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,720	$3,320	$4,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,540	$5,530	$6,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,260	$8,850	$10,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,980	$12,170	$14,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,190

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

Portable container

$1,980–$2,910

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

Full-service mover

$4,540–$6,750

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 Lee's Summit (origin)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1499885
MC: 563453
Based in: Independence, MO 64055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (916) 515-8065 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quiktrip Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Quik 'N Tasty Foods INC

USDOT: 929617
MC: 400737
Based in: Belton, MO 64012 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 188 trucks, 389 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (816) 331-2190 Route Verify on FMCSA

Twisted Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3370466
MC: 1193839
Based in: Lees Summit, MO 64086 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (816) 643-3551 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Kc LLC

USDOT: 3099844
MC: 76862
Based in: Kansas City, MO 64133 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (816) 267-4576 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluestem Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 853649
MC: 461613
Based in: Pleasant Hill, MO 64080 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (816) 540-9173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tingle Flooring

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: W C Tingle Company

USDOT: 69105
MC: 621836
Based in: Lee'S Summit, MO 64064 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (816) 524-9555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Tow Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Tow Service LLC

USDOT: 2816899
MC: 939135
Based in: Lees Summit, MO 64064 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (816) 935-5028 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kellys Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3423365
MC: 1107203
Based in: Grandview, MO 64030 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (816) 830-2101 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 213 movers in Lee's Summit

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

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.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lee's Summit to Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,700 for a studio, $2,720 to $4,050 for a one-bedroom, $4,540 to $6,750 for a two-bedroom, $7,260 to $10,800 for a three-bedroom and $9,980 to $14,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Lee's Summit?

About 1,072 road miles (909 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 11 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 Missouri 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 Lee's Summit to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,980 to $2,910. 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 Lee's Summit–Charleston corridor.