North Charleston, SC → Dayton, OH · Long-distance move

Movers from North Charleston to Dayton

About 622 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,500–$5,210, delivery in 2–5 days, 269 carriers on the North Charleston side and 349 in Dayton.

622 miroad distance
11 h 25 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,500–$5,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: North Charleston, South Carolina
To: Dayton, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 622 miles (527 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 25 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 269 (136 interstate)
Movers at destination: 349 (240 interstate)

Reverse: Dayton → North Charleston

Moving from North Charleston to Dayton is a long-distance move of roughly 622 road miles, heading northwest from South Carolina to Ohio.

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 $3,500 to $5,210 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 11 h 25 min.

On the North Charleston side there are 269 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (136 of them authorized for interstate work), and 349 around Dayton (240 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 Dayton.

North Charleston has a population of about 129,245 and Dayton about 136,688. Dayton is the denser city (2,467 people per square mile versus 1,480 in North Charleston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from North Charleston to Dayton

Full-service estimate for 622 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,710	$2,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,100	$2,560	$3,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,500	$4,270	$5,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,600	$6,830	$8,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,700	$9,390	$11,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$940–$1,330

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

Portable container

$1,580–$2,320

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

Full-service mover

$3,500–$5,210

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 North Charleston (origin)

Antler Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 951978
MC: 407642
Based in: Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 (14 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 (2 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 (2 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 (6 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 (2 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 (3 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 (7 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 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (843) 860-9717 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 269 movers in North Charleston

Near Dayton (destination)

Dayton Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dayton Freight Lines INC

USDOT: 273301
MC: 189528
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,278 trucks, 2,650 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (937) 264-4060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lund'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3907195
MC: 1441220
Based in: Dayton, OH 45404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (740) 879-7707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delo Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782379
MC: 1354479
Based in: Dayton, OH 45403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 694-0602 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Expediting Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 389839
MC: 219871
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (937) 890-1524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Truckline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586880
MC: 906741
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45434 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (856) 652-4777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Williams Last Mile Home Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300780
MC: 1046882
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (937) 313-9096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordablemovers Biz LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3417348
MC: 1103694
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (513) 540-2488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gear Up Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4252976
MC: 1648837
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45431 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (860) 637-9870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Dayton

Tips for this move

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.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from North Charleston to Dayton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $2,100 to $3,130 for a one-bedroom, $3,500 to $5,210 for a two-bedroom, $5,600 to $8,330 for a three-bedroom and $7,700 to $11,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dayton from North Charleston?

About 622 road miles (527 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 25 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Ohio 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 North Charleston to Dayton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $940 to $1,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,580 to $2,320. 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 North Charleston–Dayton corridor.