Raleigh, NC → Alpharetta, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to Alpharetta

About 403 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,960–$4,400, delivery in 1–3 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 1,260 in Alpharetta.

403 miroad distance
7 h 39 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,960–$4,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Raleigh, North Carolina
To: Alpharetta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 403 miles (341 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 39 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,260 (604 interstate)

Reverse: Alpharetta → Raleigh

The route from Raleigh, NC to Alpharetta, GA covers roughly 403 miles by road, a west-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 $2,960 to $4,400 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 7 h 39 min.

On the Raleigh side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,260 around Alpharetta (604 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 Alpharetta.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Alpharetta about 68,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,179 and 2,447 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Raleigh to Alpharetta

Full-service estimate for 403 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,200	$1,460	$1,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,770	$2,160	$2,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,960	$3,610	$4,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,730	$5,770	$7,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,500	$7,930	$9,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$560–$800

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

Portable container

$1,380–$2,030

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

Full-service mover

$2,960–$4,400

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Raleigh (origin)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1-800-Pack-Rat LLC

USDOT: 1534531
MC: 648624
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (919) 488-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3434201
MC: 1114105
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (919) 609-1544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All American Relocation INC

USDOT: 917428
MC: 397148
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 256-7193 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Forward Moving LLC

USDOT: 2574332
MC: 935064
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (702) 418-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3996385
MC: 1500731
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 649-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Raleigh

Near Alpharetta (destination)

Lazer Spot Lazer Logistics Lazer Shuttle Lazer Trailer Lazer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lazer Spot INC

USDOT: 850629
MC: 370668
Based in: Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,770 trucks, 4,836 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (678) 771-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saia Ltl Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Saia Motor Freight Line LLC

USDOT: 29124
MC: 87511
Based in: Johns Creek, GA 30097 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7,428 trucks, 7,315 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (770) 232-5067 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sld Transportation, LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sld Transport, LLC

USDOT: 829373
MC: 367702
Based in: Canton, GA 30115 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (770) 704-5152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight International LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2846152
MC: 954292
Based in: Woodstock, GA 30188 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (678) 632-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1187702
MC: 469637
Based in: Doraville, GA 30340 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (770) 333-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mmg Specialized Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3251051
MC: 1023120
Based in: Duluth, GA 30096 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (888) 507-2911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2815279
MC: 939426
Based in: Cumming, GA 30041 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (404) 642-7460 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nolg LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3653588
MC: 1260284
Based in: Alpharetta, GA 30005 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (616) 799-6704 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,260 movers in Alpharetta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to Alpharetta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,200 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,770 to $2,640 for a one-bedroom, $2,960 to $4,400 for a two-bedroom, $4,730 to $7,040 for a three-bedroom and $6,500 to $9,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Alpharetta from Raleigh?

About 403 road miles (341 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 39 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 North Carolina into Georgia 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 Raleigh to Alpharetta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $560 to $800 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,380 to $2,030. 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 Raleigh–Alpharetta corridor.