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Raleigh, NC → Dayton, OH · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to Dayton

About 482 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,180–$4,740, delivery in 1–3 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 349 in Dayton.

  • 482 miroad distance
  • 9 h 1 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,180–$4,7402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 482 miles (408 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 1 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
349 (240 interstate)

Reverse: Dayton → Raleigh

Dayton sits about 482 miles northwest of Raleigh, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina to Ohio that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $3,180 to $4,740 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 9 h 1 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 349 around Dayton (240 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 Dayton.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Dayton about 136,688. The two cities have comparable density (3,179 and 2,467 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Raleigh to Dayton

Full-service estimate for 482 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,270 $1,550 $1,900
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,910 $2,330 $2,840
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,180 $3,880 $4,740
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,100 $6,210 $7,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,010 $8,540 $10,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$790–$1,120

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,130

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

Full-service mover

$3,180–$4,740

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Raleigh, NC → Dayton, OH. 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 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 Dayton (destination)

Dayton Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dayton Freight Lines INC

USDOT
273301
MC
189528
Based in
Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,278 trucks, 2,650 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (937) 264-4060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lund'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3907195
MC
1441220
Based in
Dayton, OH 45404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (740) 879-7707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delo Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3782379
MC
1354479
Based in
Dayton, OH 45403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (513) 694-0602 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Expediting Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
389839
MC
219871
Based in
Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (937) 890-1524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Truckline LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2586880
MC
906741
Based in
Beavercreek, OH 45434 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (856) 652-4777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Williams Last Mile Home Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3300780
MC
1046882
Based in
Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (937) 313-9096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordablemovers Biz LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3417348
MC
1103694
Based in
Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (513) 540-2488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gear Up Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4252976
MC
1648837
Based in
Beavercreek, OH 45431 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (860) 637-9870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Dayton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,900 for a studio, $1,910 to $2,840 for a one-bedroom, $3,180 to $4,740 for a two-bedroom, $5,100 to $7,580 for a three-bedroom and $7,010 to $10,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dayton from Raleigh?

About 482 road miles (408 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 1 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 Ohio 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 Dayton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $790 to $1,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,130. 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–Dayton corridor.