New Bern, NC → Winston-Salem, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from New Bern to Winston-Salem

About 227 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,330–$3,460, delivery in 1–2 days, 120 carriers on the New Bern side and 254 in Winston-Salem.

227 miroad distance
4 h 37 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,330–$3,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: New Bern, North Carolina
To: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 227 miles (192 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 37 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (North Carolina)
Movers at origin: 120 (60 interstate)
Movers at destination: 254 (182 interstate)

Reverse: Winston-Salem → New Bern

The route from New Bern, NC to Winston-Salem, NC covers roughly 227 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,330 to $3,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 37 min.

On the New Bern side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (60 of them authorized for interstate work), and 254 around Winston-Salem (182 interstate). For an in-state 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 Winston-Salem.

New Bern has a population of about 32,000 and Winston-Salem about 257,271. Winston-Salem is the denser city (1,881 people per square mile versus 1,099 in New Bern), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from New Bern to Winston-Salem

Full-service estimate for 227 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,190	$1,460	$1,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,330	$2,840	$3,460
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,720	$4,540	$5,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,120	$6,240	$7,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$540

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,800

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

Full-service mover

$2,330–$3,460

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 New Bern (origin)

R L Thompson Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2466764
MC: 1128524
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (252) 633-6345 Route Verify on FMCSA

Enc Moving And Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4018865
MC: 1515292
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (252) 670-3253 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d

Licensed interstate

Legal name: D&d LLC

USDOT: 3979849
MC: 1490637
Based in: New Bern, NC 28560 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 571-5564 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morine Trucking And Construction INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 967055
MC: 414314
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (337) 351-0748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kab Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2929766
MC: 43363
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (404) 625-8896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2951031
MC: 999192
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 394-2297 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valadez Brothers Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4002920
MC: 1504964
Based in: New Bern, NC 28560 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 474-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harold J Hart Iii

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2626898
Based in: New Bern, NC 28560 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (252) 638-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in New Bern

Near Winston-Salem (destination)

Gxo Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gxo Logistics Supply Chain INC

USDOT: 153372
MC: 44538
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 337 trucks, 392 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (336) 232-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Purple Crow

Licensed interstate

Legal name: LA Tortilleria LLC

USDOT: 1005862
MC: 749370
Based in: Winston-Salem, NC 27101 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (336) 773-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service First Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1326554
MC: 517070
Based in: Winston Salem, NC 27107 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (336) 650-9986 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carr'S Freight Agent INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 597857
MC: 288282
Based in: Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (336) 785-8792 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kline LLC

USDOT: 2252338
MC: 768382
Based in: Winston Salem, NC 27103 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (336) 722-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fht

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Flash Horse Trucking INC

USDOT: 1333696
MC: 522525
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (336) 671-9948 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rcw Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3174206
MC: 121232
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (336) 688-1096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mos Enterprise INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2440551
MC: 841908
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (803) 347-5276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 254 movers in Winston-Salem

Tips for this move

Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the New Bern–Winston-Salem corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Winston-Salem: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.

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Near Winston-Salem

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from New Bern to Winston-Salem?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,400 to $2,080 for a one-bedroom, $2,330 to $3,460 for a two-bedroom, $3,720 to $5,540 for a three-bedroom and $5,120 to $7,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Winston-Salem from New Bern?

About 227 road miles (192 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 37 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both New Bern and Winston-Salem are in North Carolina, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for New Bern to Winston-Salem?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,800. 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 New Bern–Winston-Salem corridor.