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Raleigh, NC → New Orleans, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to New Orleans

About 904 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,170–$6,200, delivery in 2–5 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 227 in New Orleans.

  • 904 miroad distance
  • 16 h 17 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,170–$6,2002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 904 miles (766 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 17 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
227 (125 interstate)

Reverse: New Orleans → Raleigh

New Orleans sits about 904 miles southwest of Raleigh, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina to Louisiana that most movers classify as a 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 $4,170 to $6,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 17 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 227 around New Orleans (125 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 New Orleans.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and New Orleans about 362,154. Raleigh is considerably denser (3,179 people per square mile versus 2,265), 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 New Orleans

Full-service estimate for 904 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,670 $2,030 $2,480
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,500 $3,050 $3,720
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,170 $5,080 $6,200
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,660 $8,130 $9,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,160 $11,180 $13,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,380–$1,950

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

Portable container

$1,830–$2,690

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

Full-service mover

$4,170–$6,200

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Raleigh, NC → New Orleans, LA. 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 New Orleans (destination)

T C I Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Transportation Consultants INC

USDOT
330295
MC
213682
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70126 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (504) 734-0561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Larsen Intermodal Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
507293
MC
259966
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70129 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
63 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (504) 243-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moon' S Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
467892
MC
446826
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (504) 219-1895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Genius Trucking LLC

USDOT
2597749
MC
912065
Based in
Metairie, LA 70002 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (504) 900-1501 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Machinery Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237453
MC
187098
Based in
Jefferson, LA 70121 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (504) 834-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haynes Motor Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
77755
MC
154678
Based in
New Orleans, LA 70117 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (504) 944-8500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Perrone And Sons LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1484140
MC
1007901
Based in
Metairie, LA 70001 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (504) 455-3663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edwards Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1453720
MC
617938
Based in
Harvey, LA 70058 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (504) 554-2122 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 227 movers in New Orleans

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to New Orleans?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,670 to $2,480 for a studio, $2,500 to $3,720 for a one-bedroom, $4,170 to $6,200 for a two-bedroom, $6,660 to $9,920 for a three-bedroom and $9,160 to $13,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New Orleans from Raleigh?

About 904 road miles (766 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 17 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Louisiana 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 New Orleans?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,380 to $1,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,830 to $2,690. 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–New Orleans corridor.