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Kill Devil Hills, NC

Raleigh, NC → Kill Devil Hills, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to Kill Devil Hills

About 197 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,220–$3,300, delivery in 1–2 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 4 in Kill Devil Hills.

  • 197 miroad distance
  • 4 h 6 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,220–$3,3002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 197 miles (167 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 6 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (North Carolina)
Movers at origin
739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
4 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Kill Devil Hills → Raleigh

Kill Devil Hills sits about 197 miles east of Raleigh, so this is an in-state move 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 $2,220 to $3,300 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 6 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 4 around Kill Devil Hills (3 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 Kill Devil Hills.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Kill Devil Hills about 4,000. Raleigh is considerably denser (3,179 people per square mile versus 642), 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 Kill Devil Hills

Full-service estimate for 197 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,190 $1,460 $1,780
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,330 $1,620 $1,980
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,220 $2,710 $3,300
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,550 $4,330 $5,290
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,890 $5,960 $7,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$350–$500

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,760

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

Full-service mover

$2,220–$3,300

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 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 Kill Devil Hills (destination)

Hardy Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maavs Transit LLC

USDOT
4073065
MC
1547821
Based in
Harbinger, NC 27941 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (252) 491-2353 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beach Movers INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2813882
Based in
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (252) 255-5663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seafood Express Line INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
683834
MC
313301
Based in
Columbia, NC 27925 (31 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (252) 796-0795 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parker Network Systems LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4038509
MC
1527618
Based in
Corolla, NC 27927 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
USDOT registered
2023
Call (252) 491-1377 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 4 movers in Kill Devil Hills

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to Kill Devil Hills?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,330 to $1,980 for a one-bedroom, $2,220 to $3,300 for a two-bedroom, $3,550 to $5,290 for a three-bedroom and $4,890 to $7,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kill Devil Hills from Raleigh?

About 197 road miles (167 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 6 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.

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

No. Because both Raleigh and Kill Devil Hills 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 Kill Devil Hills?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,760. 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–Kill Devil Hills corridor.