Raleigh, NC → Greensboro, NC · Short-haul move

Movers from Raleigh to Greensboro

About 81 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,360–$2,020, delivery in 1–2 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 341 in Greensboro.

81 miroad distance
2 h 6 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,360–$2,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Raleigh, North Carolina
To: Greensboro, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 81 miles (69 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 6 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (North Carolina)
Movers at origin: 739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 341 (243 interstate)

Reverse: Greensboro → Raleigh

Greensboro sits about 81 miles west of Raleigh, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 6 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,360 and $2,020, before packing or storage.

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 341 around Greensboro (243 interstate). For an in-state 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 Greensboro.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Greensboro about 308,667. Raleigh is considerably denser (3,179 people per square mile versus 2,307), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Raleigh to Greensboro

Full-service estimate for 81 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$770	$940	$1,140
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$870	$1,060	$1,300
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,360	$1,650	$2,020
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,040	$2,480	$3,030
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,960	$3,610	$4,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$330

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,360–$2,020

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 Greensboro (destination)

Gxo Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gxo Logistics Supply Chain INC

USDOT: 153372
MC: 44538
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 337 trucks, 392 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (336) 232-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jafko INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2408962
MC: 828920
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27406 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (336) 417-1081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kanaan Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2921664
MC: 985394
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27409 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (336) 553-6570 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vmf Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3138274
MC: 97459
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27410 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (336) 580-8967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thomas Enterprises Of Greensboro INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 603171
MC: 285886
Based in: McLeansville, NC 27301 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (336) 292-2262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Logistics And Environmental LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2506322
MC: 869756
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27407 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (336) 662-0292 Route Verify on FMCSA

Metropolitan Warehouse & Delivery Corp

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 856736
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27406 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (800) 300-7417 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mahan

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mahan & Huff LLC

USDOT: 2640396
MC: 9681
Based in: High Point, NC 27263 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (336) 250-7916 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 341 movers in Greensboro

Tips for this move

Confirm whether travel time between Raleigh and Greensboro is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Greensboro with daylight to spare.
Check North Carolina intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $770 to $1,140 for a studio, $870 to $1,300 for a one-bedroom, $1,360 to $2,020 for a two-bedroom, $2,040 to $3,030 for a three-bedroom and $2,960 to $4,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Greensboro from Raleigh?

About 81 road miles (69 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Raleigh and Greensboro are in North Carolina, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Raleigh to Greensboro?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,610. 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–Greensboro corridor.