Rock Hill, SC → Palmdale, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Rock Hill to Palmdale

About 2,470 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,130–$12,100, delivery in 7–14 days, 275 carriers on the Rock Hill side and 129 in Palmdale.

2,470 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,130–$12,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rock Hill, South Carolina
To: Palmdale, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,470 miles (2,093 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 275 (199 interstate)
Movers at destination: 129 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Palmdale → Rock Hill

Palmdale sits about 2,470 miles west of Rock Hill, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Carolina to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,130 to $12,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the Rock Hill side there are 275 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (199 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Palmdale (66 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 Palmdale.

Rock Hill has a population of about 76,000 and Palmdale about 161,845. The two cities have comparable density (1,678 and 1,597 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than South Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Rock Hill to Palmdale

Full-service estimate for 2,470 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,250	$3,970	$4,840
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,880	$5,950	$7,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,130	$9,920	$12,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,010	$15,870	$19,360
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,890	$21,820	$26,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,440–$4,850

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

Portable container

$3,220–$4,740

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

Full-service mover

$8,130–$12,100

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 Rock Hill (origin)

Max World Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4178043
MC: 1608130
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28277 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 118 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (929) 272-4344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Euro Line Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1466429
MC: 553988
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28273 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (888) 969-6913 Route Verify on FMCSA

E L S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Express Logistics Services INC

USDOT: 1375017
MC: 518134
Based in: Pineville, NC 28134 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (704) 426-0255 Route Verify on FMCSA

S D & L

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Specialty Delivery & Logistics INC

USDOT: 882032
MC: 383807
Based in: Fort Mill, SC 29715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (803) 835-6921 Route Verify on FMCSA

Caribbean Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512228
MC: 871353
Based in: Pineville, NC 28134 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (704) 523-5223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ballantyne & Beyond Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2557751
MC: 893568
Based in: Fort Mill, SC 29707 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (704) 544-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Idrive Fuel Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Idrive LLC

USDOT: 4515647
MC: 1795487
Based in: Rock Hill, SC 29730 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (803) 833-6320 Route Verify on FMCSA

You Move Me

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tec Ventures LLC

USDOT: 2518689
MC: 878140
Based in: Indian Land, SC 29707 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (704) 533-4808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 275 movers in Rock Hill

Near Palmdale (destination)

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4384395
MC: 1719247
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (661) 389-2068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Here LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3956591
MC: 1474260
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (661) 350-0674 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Trucks INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 746806
MC: 268822
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (626) 303-6200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Track Express LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4548721
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93535 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (818) 399-2012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antelope Valley Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Valley Refrigerating Company

USDOT: 34380
MC: 133696
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (661) 947-4121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Investment Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3148907
MC: 103731
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (323) 855-2664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Av Supplies Distributors INC

USDOT: 4216491
MC: 1639401
Based in: Lancaster, CA 93534 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (661) 952-7887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The King Modular Systems Installation INC

USDOT: 2951860
MC: 1555690
Based in: Palmdale, CA 93552 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (323) 318-0716 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 129 movers in Palmdale

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Palmdale accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rock Hill to Palmdale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,250 to $4,840 for a studio, $4,880 to $7,260 for a one-bedroom, $8,130 to $12,100 for a two-bedroom, $13,010 to $19,360 for a three-bedroom and $17,890 to $26,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Palmdale from Rock Hill?

About 2,470 road miles (2,093 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 South Carolina into California 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 Rock Hill to Palmdale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,440 to $4,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,220 to $4,740. 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 Rock Hill–Palmdale corridor.