St. Charles, MO

Raleigh, NC → St. Charles, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to St. Charles

About 806 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,960–$5,880, delivery in 2–5 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 327 in St. Charles.

  • 806 miroad distance
  • 14 h 36 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,960–$5,8802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 806 miles (683 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 36 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
327 (212 interstate)

Reverse: St. Charles → Raleigh

St. Charles sits about 806 miles west of Raleigh, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina to Missouri 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 $3,960 to $5,880 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 14 h 36 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 327 around St. Charles (212 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 St. Charles.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and St. Charles about 72,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,179 and 2,797 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Raleigh to St. Charles

Full-service estimate for 806 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,580 $1,930 $2,350
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,370 $2,890 $3,530
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,960 $4,820 $5,880
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,330 $7,720 $9,420
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,700 $10,610 $12,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,130–$1,590

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,560

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

Full-service mover

$3,960–$5,880

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

Moving cost calculator

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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
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

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

All American Relocation

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

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

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

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

All 739 movers in Raleigh

Near St. Charles (destination)

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1137660
MC
458854
Based in
Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Stl Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2523551
MC
876335
Based in
St Charles, MO 63301 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
544 trucks, 256 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1808215
MC
657151
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2096411
MC
731267
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Elite Express Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3269801
MC
1032064
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
129 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Artur Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
767997
MC
343003
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
105 trucks, 112 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Schnuck Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
298545
MC
230436
Based in
Kinloch, MO 63140 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 146 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Davidson Surface Air INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
375704
MC
261606
Based in
Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

All 327 movers in St. Charles

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to St. Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,580 to $2,350 for a studio, $2,370 to $3,530 for a one-bedroom, $3,960 to $5,880 for a two-bedroom, $6,330 to $9,420 for a three-bedroom and $8,700 to $12,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Charles from Raleigh?

About 806 road miles (683 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 36 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 Missouri 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 St. Charles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,130 to $1,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,560. 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–St. Charles corridor.