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North Charleston, SC → Princeton, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from North Charleston to Princeton

About 702 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,080–$6,070, delivery in 2–5 days, 269 carriers on the North Charleston side and 149 in Princeton.

  • 702 miroad distance
  • 12 h 48 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,080–$6,0702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 702 miles (595 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 48 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
269 (136 interstate)
Movers at destination
149 (111 interstate)

Reverse: Princeton → North Charleston

Princeton sits about 702 miles northeast of North Charleston, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Carolina to New Jersey that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,080 to $6,070 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 48 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 149 around Princeton (111 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 Princeton.

North Charleston has a population of about 129,245 and Princeton about 31,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,480 and 1,710 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Jersey 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 Princeton

Full-service estimate for 702 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,630 $1,990 $2,430
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,450 $2,980 $3,640
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,080 $4,970 $6,070
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,520 $7,960 $9,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,970 $10,940 $13,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,020–$1,440

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

Portable container

$1,650–$2,420

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

Full-service mover

$4,080–$6,070

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

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Distance is pre-filled for North Charleston, SC → Princeton, NJ. 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 Princeton (destination)

Hermann Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hermann Forwarding Company

USDOT
17093
MC
32775
Based in
Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
163 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (732) 297-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Transport Services Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
212340
MC
149114
Based in
Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
1982
Call (908) 527-7567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Everlast Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Everlast Transport INC

USDOT
550019
MC
993300
Based in
Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (732) 727-0634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glenway Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Glenway Edison Corporation

USDOT
1696595
MC
784444
Based in
Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (732) 593-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mg Express Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2521395
MC
875334
Based in
East Windsor, NJ 08520 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (973) 873-5155 Route Verify on FMCSA

George'S Garage & Towing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
649697
MC
935073
Based in
Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (609) 655-3334 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Santini Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A Santini Storage Company Of NJ INC

USDOT
6045
MC
53438
Based in
Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (973) 228-7211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Specialized Hauling INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2986680
MC
16953
Based in
Monroe, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (917) 685-8268 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 149 movers in Princeton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,630 to $2,430 for a studio, $2,450 to $3,640 for a one-bedroom, $4,080 to $6,070 for a two-bedroom, $6,520 to $9,710 for a three-bedroom and $8,970 to $13,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Princeton from North Charleston?

About 702 road miles (595 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 48 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 New Jersey 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 Princeton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,020 to $1,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,650 to $2,420. 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–Princeton corridor.