Palm Coast, FL → Charleston, SC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Palm Coast to Charleston

About 283 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,560–$3,810, delivery in 1–3 days, 66 carriers on the Palm Coast side and 180 in Charleston.

283 miroad distance
5 h 35 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,560–$3,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palm Coast, Florida
To: Charleston, South Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 283 miles (239 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 35 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 66 (28 interstate)
Movers at destination: 180 (89 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Palm Coast

Moving from Palm Coast to Charleston is a regional long-distance move of roughly 283 road miles, heading north from Florida to South Carolina.

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 $2,560 to $3,810 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 5 h 35 min.

On the Palm Coast side there are 66 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (28 of them authorized for interstate work), and 180 around Charleston (89 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 Charleston.

Palm Coast has a population of about 109,886 and Charleston about 159,423. Charleston is the denser city (1,309 people per square mile versus 936 in Palm Coast), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Palm Coast to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 283 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,480	$1,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,870	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,560	$3,120	$3,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,100	$5,000	$6,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,630	$6,870	$8,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$440–$620

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

Portable container

$1,270–$1,870

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

Full-service mover

$2,560–$3,810

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 Palm Coast (origin)

R & R National INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3010180
MC: 28679
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (386) 263-8525 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Experts Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1691527
MC: 621887
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32137 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (386) 445-4555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadrunner Moving Services Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1930480
MC: 1284663
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (347) 571-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marfan Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3527638
MC: 1173194
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 693-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Lion Of Judah Freight Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 7233876
MC: 46775699
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32135 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (904) 445-6473 Verify on FMCSA

Hanshaw & Schwab Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3392034
MC: 1091100
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32137 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (203) 939-5277 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kristal Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3693186
MC: 1289244
Based in: Palm Coast, FL 32164 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (308) 227-4985 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flagler Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lan Company Leasing INC

USDOT: 1847236
MC: 669035
Based in: Bunnell, FL 32110 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (386) 446-0014 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Palm Coast

Near Charleston (destination)

Antler Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 951978
MC: 407642
Based in: Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 (7 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 (9 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 (10 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 (8 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 (8 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 (8 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 (2 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 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (843) 860-9717 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 180 movers in Charleston

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Palm Coast–Charleston corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Palm Coast to Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,800 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,560 to $3,810 for a two-bedroom, $4,100 to $6,100 for a three-bedroom and $5,630 to $8,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Palm Coast?

About 283 road miles (239 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 35 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 Palm Coast to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $440 to $620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,270 to $1,870. 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 Palm Coast–Charleston corridor.