Hilton Head Island, SC

Melbourne, FL → Hilton Head Island, SC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Melbourne to Hilton Head Island

About 333 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,740–$4,070, delivery in 1–3 days, 110 carriers on the Melbourne side and 62 in Hilton Head Island.

  • 333 miroad distance
  • 6 h 27 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,740–$4,0702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 333 miles (282 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 27 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (44 interstate)
Movers at destination
62 (37 interstate)

Reverse: Hilton Head Island → Melbourne

Hilton Head Island sits about 333 miles north of Melbourne, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to South 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 $2,740 to $4,070 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 6 h 27 min.

On the Melbourne side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (44 of them authorized for interstate work), and 62 around Hilton Head Island (37 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 Hilton Head Island.

Melbourne has a population of about 86,000 and Hilton Head Island about 38,000. Melbourne is considerably denser (1,916 people per square mile versus 911), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that South Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Melbourne to Hilton Head Island

Full-service estimate for 333 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,480 $1,800
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,640 $2,000 $2,440
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,740 $3,340 $4,070
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,380 $5,340 $6,520
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,020 $7,350 $8,960

Rental truck (DIY)

$490–$690

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

Portable container

$1,320–$1,940

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

Full-service mover

$2,740–$4,070

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Melbourne, FL → Hilton Head Island, SC. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Melbourne (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055942
MC
1537994
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32935 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3599867
MC
1222354
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3705921
MC
1298651
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Msr Trucking USA INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
845056
MC
373614
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Untouchable Express Cargo Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4071316
MC
1546792
Based in
Indialantic, FL 32903 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412209
MC
1733425
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32907 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Top Team Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3703749
MC
1648727
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32940 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1912627
MC
694311
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 110 movers in Melbourne

Near Hilton Head Island (destination)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Hilton Head

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1324088
MC
511267
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Nex Move

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4524779
MC
1793282
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Transition Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4521531
MC
1791557
Based in
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

All The Right Mooves Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4244505
MC
50047
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Kmt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3819973
MC
1381933
Based in
Hilton Head, SC 29926 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Move It Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4536635
MC
1799657
Based in
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

King Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1729435
MC
763346
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Global Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1770449
MC
646403
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

All 62 movers in Hilton Head Island

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Melbourne to Hilton Head Island?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,800 for a studio, $1,640 to $2,440 for a one-bedroom, $2,740 to $4,070 for a two-bedroom, $4,380 to $6,520 for a three-bedroom and $6,020 to $8,960 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilton Head Island from Melbourne?

About 333 road miles (282 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 27 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 Florida 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 Melbourne to Hilton Head Island?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $490 to $690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,320 to $1,940. 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 Melbourne–Hilton Head Island corridor.