North Charleston, SC → New Haven, CT · Long-distance move

Movers from North Charleston to New Haven

About 826 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,340–$6,450, delivery in 2–5 days, 269 carriers on the North Charleston side and 242 in New Haven.

826 miroad distance
14 h 57 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,340–$6,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: North Charleston, South Carolina
To: New Haven, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 826 miles (700 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 57 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 269 (136 interstate)
Movers at destination: 242 (131 interstate)

Reverse: New Haven → North Charleston

The route from North Charleston, SC to New Haven, CT covers roughly 826 miles by road, a northeast-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 $4,340 to $6,450 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 14 h 57 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 242 around New Haven (131 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 New Haven.

North Charleston has a population of about 129,245 and New Haven about 138,774. New Haven is the denser city (7,167 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. Connecticut is a higher-cost state than South Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from North Charleston to New Haven

Full-service estimate for 826 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,740	$2,120	$2,580
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,600	$3,170	$3,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,340	$5,290	$6,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,940	$8,460	$10,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,540	$11,640	$14,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,150–$1,620

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

Portable container

$1,760–$2,580

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

Full-service mover

$4,340–$6,450

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 New Haven (destination)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Degrand & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 272172
MC: 15100
Based in: West Haven, CT 06516 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (203) 933-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anthony Augliera Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57994
MC: 60406
Based in: East Haven, CT 06512 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 937-9080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nova Express

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 788061
MC: 610730
Based in: Naugatuck, CT 06770 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (203) 610-9605 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 242 movers in New Haven

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 New Haven?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,740 to $2,580 for a studio, $2,600 to $3,870 for a one-bedroom, $4,340 to $6,450 for a two-bedroom, $6,940 to $10,330 for a three-bedroom and $9,540 to $14,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Haven from North Charleston?

About 826 road miles (700 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 57 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 Connecticut 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 New Haven?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,150 to $1,620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,760 to $2,580. 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–New Haven corridor.