Roswell, NM → Charleston, WV · Cross-country move

Movers from Roswell to Charleston

About 1,562 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,480–$8,160, delivery in 5–10 days, 6 carriers on the Roswell side and 37 in Charleston.

1,562 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,480–$8,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Roswell, New Mexico
To: Charleston, West Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 1,562 miles (1,324 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 6 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Roswell

Charleston sits about 1,562 miles east of Roswell, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Mexico to West Virginia 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 $5,480 to $8,160 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Roswell side there are 6 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 37 around Charleston (15 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 Charleston.

Roswell has a population of about 48,000 and Charleston about 47,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,629 and 1,556 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Roswell to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 1,562 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,190	$2,680	$3,260
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,290	$4,010	$4,900
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,480	$6,690	$8,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,770	$10,700	$13,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,060	$14,710	$17,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,200–$3,110

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

Portable container

$2,410–$3,550

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

Full-service mover

$5,480–$8,160

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Roswell (origin)

Brown Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brown Farms LLC

USDOT: 902777
MC: 425010
Based in: Dexter, NM 88230 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (575) 347-2209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villanueva Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 824178
MC: 488455
Based in: Roswell, NM 88201 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (575) 626-6494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3509272
MC: 1342992
Based in: Roswell, NM 88203 (27 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4566387
MC: 1815748
Based in: Artesia, NM 88210 (45 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (307) 231-7999 Route Verify on FMCSA

R E N Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2434052
Based in: Roswell, NM 88203 (27 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (575) 317-9564 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Lake Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3573237
MC: 1204365
Based in: Roswell, NM 88201 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (575) 347-8573 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Charleston (destination)

Central Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Central Van & Storage Of Charleston INC

USDOT: 1243887
MC: 11266
Based in: Poca, WV 25159 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (304) 755-1898 Route Verify on FMCSA

Machine And Component Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2072986
MC: 725625
Based in: Cross Lanes, WV 25313 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (304) 552-7747 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lambert Transfer Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 137400
MC: 139392
Based in: Poca, WV 25159 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (304) 755-9662 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duncan'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232924
MC: 1644293
Based in: Charleston, WV 25314 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (304) 437-7764 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midnight Run Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4465722
MC: 1761766
Based in: Charleston, WV 25314 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (304) 421-1077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move 4 Less LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3746768
MC: 1328456
Based in: Dunbar, WV 25064 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (304) 410-9805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wv Second Chance Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4076233
MC: 66671073
Based in: Saint Albans, WV 25177 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (304) 945-5199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Myers Transfer And Storage Systems INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1186489
Based in: Charleston, WV 25302 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (304) 343-4676 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Charleston

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Roswell to Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,190 to $3,260 for a studio, $3,290 to $4,900 for a one-bedroom, $5,480 to $8,160 for a two-bedroom, $8,770 to $13,050 for a three-bedroom and $12,060 to $17,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Roswell?

About 1,562 road miles (1,324 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 New Mexico into West Virginia 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 Roswell to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,200 to $3,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,410 to $3,550. 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 Roswell–Charleston corridor.