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

Movers from Palm Coast to Hilton Head Island

About 219 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,330–$3,470, delivery in 1–2 days, 66 carriers on the Palm Coast side and 62 in Hilton Head Island.

219 miroad distance
4 h 29 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,330–$3,4702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Palm Coast, Florida
To: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 219 miles (186 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 29 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 66 (28 interstate)
Movers at destination: 62 (37 interstate)

Reverse: Hilton Head Island → Palm Coast

Moving from Palm Coast to Hilton Head Island is a regional long-distance move of roughly 219 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 $2,330 to $3,470 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 29 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 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.

Palm Coast has a population of about 109,886 and Hilton Head Island about 38,000. The two cities have comparable density (936 and 911 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Hilton Head Island

Full-service estimate for 219 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	$1,400	$1,710	$2,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,330	$2,850	$3,470
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,730	$4,550	$5,550
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,130	$6,260	$7,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$530

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,790

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

Full-service mover

$2,330–$3,470

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 Hilton Head Island (destination)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Hilton Head

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Moving With Moxie LLC

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

Call (843) 757-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nex Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Day By Day Errand Services LLC

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

Call (843) 295-0449 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (919) 637-6728 Route Verify on FMCSA

All The Right Mooves Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kary Holdings LLC

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

Call (843) 681-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (843) 384-2657 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (508) 988-0448 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (843) 505-0391 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (843) 597-1370 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 62 movers in Hilton Head Island

Tips for this move

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–Hilton Head Island corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,800 for a studio, $1,400 to $2,080 for a one-bedroom, $2,330 to $3,470 for a two-bedroom, $3,730 to $5,550 for a three-bedroom and $5,130 to $7,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilton Head Island from Palm Coast?

About 219 road miles (186 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 29 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Hilton Head Island?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,790. 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–Hilton Head Island corridor.