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North Charleston, SC → Philadelphia, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from North Charleston to Philadelphia

About 662 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,690–$5,490, delivery in 2–5 days, 269 carriers on the North Charleston side and 1,658 in Philadelphia.

  • 662 miroad distance
  • 12 h 7 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,690–$5,4902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 662 miles (561 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 7 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
269 (136 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,658 (1,138 interstate)

Reverse: Philadelphia → North Charleston

Moving from North Charleston to Philadelphia is a long-distance move of roughly 662 road miles, heading northeast from South Carolina to Pennsylvania.

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 $3,690 to $5,490 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 12 h 7 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 1,658 around Philadelphia (1,138 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 Philadelphia.

North Charleston has a population of about 129,245 and Philadelphia about 1.6 million. Philadelphia is the denser city (11,933 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 Philadelphia

Full-service estimate for 662 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,480 $1,800 $2,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,210 $2,700 $3,290
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,690 $4,500 $5,490
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,900 $7,200 $8,780
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,120 $9,900 $12,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,380

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,370

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

Full-service mover

$3,690–$5,490

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

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Distance is pre-filled for North Charleston, SC → Philadelphia, PA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Philadelphia (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated

USDOT
751209
MC
339982
Based in
Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (856) 663-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Veltri INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
398991
MC
481594
Based in
Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
151 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (215) 946-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2784879
MC
927952
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dream Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Transportation LLC

USDOT
3020074
MC
37720
Based in
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (833) 777-8778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Silkroad Tranz INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318392
MC
936900
Based in
Warmminster, PA 18974 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
107 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (412) 522-2222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mirage Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3815917
MC
1378977
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
90 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (925) 474-4510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4570815
MC
1818083
Based in
Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sls Group Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3383225
MC
1086171
Based in
Southampton, PA 18966 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (484) 966-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,658 movers in Philadelphia

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,200 for a studio, $2,210 to $3,290 for a one-bedroom, $3,690 to $5,490 for a two-bedroom, $5,900 to $8,780 for a three-bedroom and $8,120 to $12,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Philadelphia from North Charleston?

About 662 road miles (561 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 7 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 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $980 to $1,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,610 to $2,370. 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–Philadelphia corridor.