High Point, NC

Scranton, PA → High Point, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Scranton to High Point

About 520 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,380–$5,030, delivery in 2–5 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 274 in High Point.

  • 520 miroad distance
  • 9 h 40 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,380–$5,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 520 miles (441 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 40 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination
274 (195 interstate)

Reverse: High Point → Scranton

High Point sits about 520 miles southwest of Scranton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to North Carolina 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 $3,380 to $5,030 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 9 h 40 min.

On the Scranton side there are 264 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 274 around High Point (195 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 High Point.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and High Point about 120,571. Scranton is considerably denser (3,016 people per square mile versus 2,022), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Scranton to High Point

Full-service estimate for 520 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,350 $1,650 $2,010
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,030 $2,470 $3,020
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,380 $4,120 $5,030
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,410 $6,600 $8,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,440 $9,070 $11,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$830–$1,180

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

Portable container

$1,480–$2,180

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

Full-service mover

$3,380–$5,030

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 Scranton (origin)

Bolus Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38073
MC
63838
Based in
Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
125 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Nonr

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38161
MC
99567
Based in
Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Naro Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38205
MC
138836
Based in
Covington Township, PA 18444 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Burke Truckmen LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
240625
MC
163376
Based in
Throop, PA 18512 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Dupont Motor Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
573781
MC
275930
Based in
Yatesville, PA 18640 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Emiliani Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
701292
MC
324538
Based in
Jessup, PA 18434 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Nepa Deliveries

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1807709
MC
657017
Based in
Olyphant, PA 18447 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Matheson Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38187
MC
70525
Based in
Forty Fort, PA 18704 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 264 movers in Scranton

Near High Point (destination)

Gxo Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
153372
MC
44538
Based in
High Point, NC 27265 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
337 trucks, 392 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Service First Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1326554
MC
517070
Based in
Winston Salem, NC 27107 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Kanaan Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2921664
MC
985394
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27409 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Jafko INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2408962
MC
828920
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27406 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Shuler Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1171840
MC
731259
Based in
Thomasville, NC 27360 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
38 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Vmf Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3138274
MC
97459
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27410 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Carr'S Freight Agent INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
597857
MC
288282
Based in
Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Southern Logistics And Environmental LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2506322
MC
869756
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27407 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 274 movers in High Point

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Scranton to High Point?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,010 for a studio, $2,030 to $3,020 for a one-bedroom, $3,380 to $5,030 for a two-bedroom, $5,410 to $8,050 for a three-bedroom and $7,440 to $11,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is High Point from Scranton?

About 520 road miles (441 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 40 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 Pennsylvania into North 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 Scranton to High Point?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $830 to $1,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,480 to $2,180. 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 Scranton–High Point corridor.