Scranton, PA → Kill Devil Hills, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Scranton to Kill Devil Hills

About 439 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,110–$4,630, delivery in 1–3 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 4 in Kill Devil Hills.

439 miroad distance
8 h 16 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,110–$4,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scranton, Pennsylvania
To: Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 439 miles (372 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 16 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 4 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Kill Devil Hills → Scranton

Kill Devil Hills sits about 439 miles south of Scranton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to North Carolina that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,110 to $4,630 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 16 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 4 around Kill Devil Hills (3 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 Kill Devil Hills.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and Kill Devil Hills about 4,000. Scranton is considerably denser (3,016 people per square mile versus 642), 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 Kill Devil Hills

Full-service estimate for 439 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,520	$1,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,870	$2,280	$2,780
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,110	$3,800	$4,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,980	$6,080	$7,420
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,850	$8,360	$10,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$600–$850

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

Portable container

$1,410–$2,080

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

Full-service mover

$3,110–$4,630

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 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

Call (570) 342-1903 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nonr

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Id Logistics Freight Lines LLC

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

Call (570) 344-9801 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (570) 842-9273 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (570) 489-6940 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (570) 457-6645 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (570) 291-0230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nepa Deliveries

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cadden Bros Moving & Storage INC

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

Call (570) 489-4005 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (570) 288-5469 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 264 movers in Scranton

Near Kill Devil Hills (destination)

Hardy Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maavs Transit LLC

USDOT: 4073065
MC: 1547821
Based in: Harbinger, NC 27941 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (252) 491-2353 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beach Movers INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2813882
Based in: Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (252) 255-5663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seafood Express Line INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 683834
MC: 313301
Based in: Columbia, NC 27925 (31 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (252) 796-0795 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parker Network Systems LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4038509
MC: 1527618
Based in: Corolla, NC 27927 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (252) 491-1377 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 4 movers in Kill Devil Hills

Tips for this move

Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Kill Devil Hills: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Scranton to Kill Devil Hills?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,850 for a studio, $1,870 to $2,780 for a one-bedroom, $3,110 to $4,630 for a two-bedroom, $4,980 to $7,420 for a three-bedroom and $6,850 to $10,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kill Devil Hills from Scranton?

About 439 road miles (372 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 16 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Kill Devil Hills?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $600 to $850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,410 to $2,080. 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–Kill Devil Hills corridor.