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Ontario, CA → North Charleston, SC · Cross-country move

Movers from Ontario to North Charleston

About 2,540 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,260–$12,280, delivery in 7–14 days, 1,156 carriers on the Ontario side and 269 in North Charleston.

  • 2,540 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,260–$12,2802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,540 miles (2,153 straight-line)
Drive time
44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,156 (612 interstate)
Movers at destination
269 (136 interstate)

Reverse: North Charleston → Ontario

North Charleston sits about 2,540 miles east of Ontario, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to South Carolina that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,260 to $12,280 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Ontario side there are 1,156 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (612 of them authorized for interstate work), and 269 around North Charleston (136 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 North Charleston.

Ontario has a population of about 187,013 and North Charleston about 129,245. Ontario is considerably denser (3,505 people per square mile versus 1,480), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in South Carolina than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Ontario to North Charleston

Full-service estimate for 2,540 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,300 $4,030 $4,910
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,950 $6,040 $7,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,260 $10,070 $12,280
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,210 $16,110 $19,650
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,160 $22,150 $27,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,510–$4,960

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

Portable container

$3,290–$4,830

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

Full-service mover

$8,260–$12,280

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Ontario, CA → North Charleston, SC. 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 Ontario (origin)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1582586
MC
609813
Based in
Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ttl

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Total Transportation Logistics INC

USDOT
2739945
MC
1129944
Based in
Corona, CA 92881 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376402
MC
815769
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3799553
MC
1379375
Based in
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (909) 695-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1782985
MC
650038
Based in
Riverside, CA 92505 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (909) 356-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT
3038921
MC
60287
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3193098
MC
137968
Based in
Ontario, CA 91761 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,156 movers in Ontario

Near North Charleston (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,300 to $4,910 for a studio, $4,950 to $7,370 for a one-bedroom, $8,260 to $12,280 for a two-bedroom, $13,210 to $19,650 for a three-bedroom and $18,160 to $27,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is North Charleston from Ontario?

About 2,540 road miles (2,153 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California into South Carolina 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 Ontario to North Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,510 to $4,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,290 to $4,830. 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 Ontario–North Charleston corridor.