Sherman, TX → Charleston, WV · Long-distance move

Movers from Sherman to Charleston

About 1,060 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,490–$6,670, delivery in 3–7 days, 41 carriers on the Sherman side and 37 in Charleston.

1,060 miroad distance
18 h 59 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,490–$6,6702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sherman, Texas
To: Charleston, West Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 1,060 miles (898 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 59 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 41 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Sherman

Charleston sits about 1,060 miles northeast of Sherman, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to West Virginia 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 $4,490 to $6,670 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 59 min.

On the Sherman side there are 41 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 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.

Sherman has a population of about 50,000 and Charleston about 47,000. Charleston is the denser city (1,556 people per square mile versus 940 in Sherman), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in West Virginia than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that West Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Sherman to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 1,060 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,790	$2,190	$2,670
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,690	$3,280	$4,000
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,490	$5,470	$6,670
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,180	$8,750	$10,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,870	$12,030	$14,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,540–$2,170

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,890

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

Full-service mover

$4,490–$6,670

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 Sherman (origin)

Bi-Lo Wholesale INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694488
MC: 1243420
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (903) 465-5354 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goodwill Industries Of Northeast Texas INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1498622
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (903) 893-3145 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck 0715

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ezway Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 4283606
MC: 1665593
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 771-4153 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Camp Trucking &transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4399824
MC: 1726954
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (903) 819-9668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firemen Movers Dfw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3970569
MC: 1483574
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (903) 357-7011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quick Drop Transit Qdt LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4476964
MC: 1770464
Based in: Howe, TX 75459 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (214) 471-9245 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Sharp Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Meshel (shelly) Lewis

USDOT: 1291990
MC: 507910
Based in: Pottsboro, TX 75076 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (903) 786-2321 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Moving And Transport

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3549142
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 209-9340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 41 movers in Sherman

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 Sherman to Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,790 to $2,670 for a studio, $2,690 to $4,000 for a one-bedroom, $4,490 to $6,670 for a two-bedroom, $7,180 to $10,680 for a three-bedroom and $9,870 to $14,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Sherman?

About 1,060 road miles (898 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 59 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Sherman to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,540 to $2,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,890. 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 Sherman–Charleston corridor.