Myrtle Beach, SC → Lake Havasu City, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Myrtle Beach to Lake Havasu City

About 2,380 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,140–$10,630, delivery in 7–14 days, 148 carriers on the Myrtle Beach side and 24 in Lake Havasu City.

2,380 miroad distance
41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,140–$10,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
To: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 2,380 miles (2,017 straight-line)
Drive time: 41 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 148 (97 interstate)
Movers at destination: 24 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Lake Havasu City → Myrtle Beach

Moving from Myrtle Beach to Lake Havasu City is a cross-country move of roughly 2,380 road miles, heading west from South Carolina to Arizona.

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 $7,140 to $10,630 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 41 hours (5 driving days).

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 24 around Lake Havasu City (20 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 Lake Havasu City.

Myrtle Beach has a population of about 39,000 and Lake Havasu City about 58,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,524 and 1,233 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Myrtle Beach to Lake Havasu City

Full-service estimate for 2,380 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,860	$3,480	$4,250
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,290	$5,230	$6,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,140	$8,710	$10,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,430	$13,940	$17,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,720	$19,160	$23,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,350–$4,720

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

Portable container

$3,140–$4,620

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

Full-service mover

$7,140–$10,630

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

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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 Lake Havasu City (destination)

Trinity Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trinity Land Development LLC

USDOT: 2426504
MC: 1240301
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (928) 318-6565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Right Choice Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Harold Brown

USDOT: 1440772
MC: 860529
Based in: Lake Havasu, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 706-5459 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saltwater Cowgirl Ranch Tack & Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2794253
MC: 991642
Based in: Lake Hauasu, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (407) 421-7334 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patel'S Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4251541
MC: 1648074
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (760) 987-9803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Homeship Local And Long Distance Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nationwide Moving INC

USDOT: 3987204
MC: 1494675
Based in: Lk Havasu Cty, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (928) 352-2857 Route Verify on FMCSA

20 Minutes Away Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4393459
MC: 1723754
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (702) 689-0620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Psst Logistics Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4403768
MC: 1729048
Based in: Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 705-4022 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Plus Tranport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jeremy Smullen

USDOT: 2488827
MC: 861807
Based in: Lake Havasu, AZ 86404 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (302) 887-0540 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 24 movers in Lake Havasu City

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Lake Havasu City accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Myrtle Beach to Lake Havasu City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,860 to $4,250 for a studio, $4,290 to $6,380 for a one-bedroom, $7,140 to $10,630 for a two-bedroom, $11,430 to $17,000 for a three-bedroom and $15,720 to $23,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lake Havasu City from Myrtle Beach?

About 2,380 road miles (2,017 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 hours (5 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 South Carolina into Arizona 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 Lake Havasu City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,350 to $4,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,140 to $4,620. 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–Lake Havasu City corridor.