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Scottsdale, AZ → North Charleston, SC · Cross-country move

Movers from Scottsdale to North Charleston

About 2,159 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,800–$10,120, delivery in 5–10 days, 431 carriers on the Scottsdale side and 269 in North Charleston.

  • 2,159 miroad distance
  • 37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,800–$10,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,159 miles (1,830 straight-line)
Drive time
37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
431 (174 interstate)
Movers at destination
269 (136 interstate)

Reverse: North Charleston → Scottsdale

The route from Scottsdale, AZ to North Charleston, SC covers roughly 2,159 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,800 to $10,120 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 37 hours (5 driving days).

On the Scottsdale side there are 431 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (174 of them authorized for interstate work), and 269 around North Charleston (136 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 North Charleston.

Scottsdale has a population of about 243,006 and North Charleston about 129,245. The two cities have comparable density (1,312 and 1,480 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Scottsdale to North Charleston

Full-service estimate for 2,159 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,720 $3,320 $4,050
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,080 $4,980 $6,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,800 $8,290 $10,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,880 $13,270 $16,190
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,960 $18,240 $22,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,970–$4,190

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

Portable container

$2,950–$4,330

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

Full-service mover

$6,800–$10,120

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Scottsdale, AZ → North Charleston, SC. 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 Scottsdale (origin)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
428823
MC
227271
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lime Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3308648
MC
1050951
Based in
Scottsdale, AZ 85262 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
55 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (480) 695-1420 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muscular Moving Men LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1829172
MC
691493
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85050 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (602) 550-3311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rr Freight LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3587969
MC
1226450
Based in
Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (310) 803-3994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle H Intermodal Limited Partnership

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2539572
MC
883427
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (702) 901-9494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brenke Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2357390
MC
807595
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (602) 675-3375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Az 615 Movers LLC

USDOT
4477696
MC
1768018
Based in
Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (480) 991-1805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Team Six LLC

USDOT
2315604
MC
101725
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (480) 848-1872 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 431 movers in Scottsdale

Near North Charleston (destination)

Antler Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
951978
MC
407642
Based in
Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
143 trucks, 143 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (843) 849-0451 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harbor Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ats Intermodal LLC

USDOT
776430
MC
347563
Based in
North Charleston, SC 29418 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
139 trucks, 117 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (843) 308-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Precise Logistical Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3298761
MC
1045896
Based in
N Charleston, SC 29420 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (843) 425-3495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xon Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3730419
MC
1316630
Based in
Charleston, SC 29414 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 916-0122 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Aba Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
3402685
MC
1095537
Based in
N Charleston, SC 29406 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (843) 529-0220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harbor Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Premier Logistics LLC

USDOT
1220227
MC
340338
Based in
Hanahan, SC 29410 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (843) 554-7529 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Charleston LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2276296
MC
779892
Based in
North Charleston, SC 29405 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Smooth Move LLC

USDOT
2357653
MC
834668
Based in
North Charleston, SC 29405 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (843) 860-9717 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 269 movers in North Charleston

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Scottsdale to North Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,720 to $4,050 for a studio, $4,080 to $6,070 for a one-bedroom, $6,800 to $10,120 for a two-bedroom, $10,880 to $16,190 for a three-bedroom and $14,960 to $22,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is North Charleston from Scottsdale?

About 2,159 road miles (1,830 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 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 Arizona into South Carolina 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 Scottsdale to North Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,970 to $4,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,950 to $4,330. 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 Scottsdale–North Charleston corridor.