Myrtle Beach, SC → Des Moines, IA · Long-distance move

Movers from Myrtle Beach to Des Moines

About 1,144 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,680–$6,960, delivery in 3–7 days, 148 carriers on the Myrtle Beach side and 191 in Des Moines.

1,144 miroad distance
20 h 25 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,680–$6,9602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
To: Des Moines, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 1,144 miles (969 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 25 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 148 (97 interstate)
Movers at destination: 191 (116 interstate)

Reverse: Des Moines → Myrtle Beach

The route from Myrtle Beach, SC to Des Moines, IA covers roughly 1,144 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,680 to $6,960 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 20 h 25 min.

On the Myrtle Beach side there are 148 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (97 of them authorized for interstate work), and 191 around Des Moines (116 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 Des Moines.

Myrtle Beach has a population of about 39,000 and Des Moines about 212,086. Des Moines is the denser city (2,428 people per square mile versus 1,524 in Myrtle Beach), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Myrtle Beach to Des Moines

Full-service estimate for 1,144 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,870	$2,280	$2,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,810	$3,430	$4,180
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,680	$5,710	$6,960
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,490	$9,130	$11,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,300	$12,560	$15,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,630–$2,290

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

Portable container

$2,040–$3,000

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

Full-service mover

$4,680–$6,960

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

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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 Myrtle Beach (origin)

Gohn Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2415220
MC: 1468264
Based in: Conway, SC 29526 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 54 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (814) 327-4536 Route Verify on FMCSA

Turner Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1937216
MC: 691220
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (843) 215-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speedy-Pak

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Speedy-Pak INC

USDOT: 283652
MC: 227521
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (843) 238-4020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men & A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Reliable Services Group

USDOT: 938286
MC: 403453
Based in: Conway, SC 29526 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (843) 234-2155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aceway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3576625
MC: 1206639
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (843) 251-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strand Import & Distributors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 915507
MC: 488963
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (843) 236-8666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Positive Moves Relocation And Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1605825
MC: 1382498
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (843) 516-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Myrtle Beach LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782266
MC: 1354412
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 148 movers in Myrtle Beach

Near Des Moines (destination)

Dhl Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Standard Forwarding LLC

USDOT: 1996747
MC: 16536
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50316 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 302 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (800) 447-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jacobson Warehouse Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jacobson Transportation Company INC

USDOT: 241594
MC: 172189
Based in: Clive, IA 50325 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 483 trucks, 459 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (219) 742-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ntb

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nationwide Truck Brokers INC

USDOT: 158325
MC: 142245
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50309 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 158 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (515) 245-2595 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crawford Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 450195
MC: 232411
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50321 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Route Verify on FMCSA

Arona Home Essentials

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arona Corporation

USDOT: 1278309
MC: 33302
Based in: West Des Moines, IA 50265 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (515) 225-9029 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nounou Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3497497
MC: 1155202
Based in: Des Moines, IA 50313 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (515) 201-2579 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vgt Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2633507
MC: 945435
Based in: West Des Moines, IA 50265 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (618) 655-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Homemakers Plaza INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4354064
MC: 1702859
Based in: Urbandale, IA 50322 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (515) 309-4637 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 191 movers in Des Moines

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 Des Moines 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 Myrtle Beach to Des Moines?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,870 to $2,790 for a studio, $2,810 to $4,180 for a one-bedroom, $4,680 to $6,960 for a two-bedroom, $7,490 to $11,140 for a three-bedroom and $10,300 to $15,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Des Moines from Myrtle Beach?

About 1,144 road miles (969 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 25 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 South Carolina into Iowa 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 Myrtle Beach to Des Moines?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,630 to $2,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,040 to $3,000. 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 Myrtle Beach–Des Moines corridor.