Hilton Head Island, SC

Orlando, FL → Hilton Head Island, SC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Orlando to Hilton Head Island

About 310 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,660–$3,950, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 62 in Hilton Head Island.

  • 310 miroad distance
  • 6 h 3 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,660–$3,9502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 310 miles (263 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 3 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination
62 (37 interstate)

Reverse: Hilton Head Island → Orlando

The route from Orlando, FL to Hilton Head Island, SC covers roughly 310 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,660 to $3,950 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 3 min.

On the Orlando side there are 1,200 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (385 of them authorized for interstate work), and 62 around Hilton Head Island (37 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 Hilton Head Island.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Hilton Head Island about 38,000. Orlando is considerably denser (2,781 people per square mile versus 911), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that South Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Orlando to Hilton Head Island

Full-service estimate for 310 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,480 $1,800
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,590 $1,940 $2,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,660 $3,240 $3,950
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,250 $5,180 $6,320
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,840 $7,130 $8,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$470–$660

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

Portable container

$1,300–$1,910

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

Full-service mover

$2,660–$3,950

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Orlando, FL → Hilton Head Island, 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 Orlando (origin)

Client Choice LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4147606
MC
1591558
Based in
Orlando, FL 32805 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
74 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Royal Trucking Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2534394
MC
712152
Based in
Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Colbert Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
6899824
MC
51207034
Based in
Orlando, FL 32839 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Delco Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3124710
MC
89944
Based in
Orlando, FL 32829 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Gd Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2854652
MC
955645
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

1st Class Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2516919
MC
873384
Based in
Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

LA Rosa Del Monte Express Orlando LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4270194
MC
1658272
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Distributors Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
694372
MC
321863
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

All 1,200 movers in Orlando

Near Hilton Head Island (destination)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Hilton Head

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1324088
MC
511267
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Nex Move

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4524779
MC
1793282
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Transition Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4521531
MC
1791557
Based in
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

All The Right Mooves Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4244505
MC
50047
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Kmt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3819973
MC
1381933
Based in
Hilton Head, SC 29926 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Move It Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4536635
MC
1799657
Based in
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

King Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1729435
MC
763346
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Global Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1770449
MC
646403
Based in
Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

All 62 movers in Hilton Head Island

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Orlando to Hilton Head Island?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,800 for a studio, $1,590 to $2,370 for a one-bedroom, $2,660 to $3,950 for a two-bedroom, $4,250 to $6,320 for a three-bedroom and $5,840 to $8,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilton Head Island from Orlando?

About 310 road miles (263 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Florida 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 Orlando to Hilton Head Island?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $660 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,910. 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 Orlando–Hilton Head Island corridor.