Spartanburg, SC → Dothan, AL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Spartanburg to Dothan

About 385 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,750–$4,080, delivery in 1–3 days, 206 carriers on the Spartanburg side and 112 in Dothan.

385 miroad distance
7 h 20 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,750–$4,0802-bedroom estimate

Photo: Prussian_Fool · CC BY-SA 4.0

Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

From: Spartanburg, South Carolina
To: Dothan, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 385 miles (326 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 20 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 206 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Dothan → Spartanburg

Dothan sits about 385 miles southwest of Spartanburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Carolina to Alabama 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 $2,750 to $4,080 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 7 h 20 min.

On the Spartanburg side there are 206 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (159 of them authorized for interstate work), and 112 around Dothan (77 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 Dothan.

Spartanburg has a population of about 39,000 and Dothan about 72,000. Spartanburg is considerably denser (1,912 people per square mile versus 791), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Spartanburg to Dothan

Full-service estimate for 385 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,140	$1,390	$1,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,650	$2,010	$2,450
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,750	$3,350	$4,080
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,390	$5,360	$6,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,040	$7,360	$8,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$550–$770

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

Portable container

$1,360–$2,010

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

Full-service mover

$2,750–$4,080

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Spartanburg, SC → Dothan, AL. Adjust the other options to see your range.

—to—

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 Spartanburg (origin)

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 721468
MC: 331174
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 183 trucks, 184 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (864) 879-7770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carolina Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2355570
MC: 806803
Based in: Boiling Springs, SC 29316 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (866) 848-4425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1909295
MC: 879668
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (864) 501-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Haul Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2987484
MC: 17356
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29306 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (864) 469-4528 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kalinka Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3314186
MC: 1053303
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (315) 790-4010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Plumley Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1053808
MC: 511143
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (864) 879-2191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jmt Express INC

USDOT: 842165
MC: 371523
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (864) 814-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jtl LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jax Transportation And Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2348794
MC: 803954
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (864) 804-6942 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 206 movers in Spartanburg

Near Dothan (destination)

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 148986
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 332 trucks, 349 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Covan World-Wide Movingincorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256677
MC: 115366
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 208 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman Worldwide Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2897746
MC: 974169
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Powell Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 457381
MC: 246135
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (405) 283-0698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Runners Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1357693
MC: 507202
Based in: Dothan, AL 36301 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (334) 673-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Companies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1119395
MC: 458318
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Global Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1119412
MC: 458326
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clockwork Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2785148
MC: 928069
Based in: Dothan, AL 36305 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (917) 379-3091 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Dothan

Related routes

Other destinations from Spartanburg

Other origins to Dothan

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Spartanburg to Dothan?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,140 to $1,690 for a studio, $1,650 to $2,450 for a one-bedroom, $2,750 to $4,080 for a two-bedroom, $4,390 to $6,530 for a three-bedroom and $6,040 to $8,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dothan from Spartanburg?

About 385 road miles (326 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 20 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 South Carolina into Alabama 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 Spartanburg to Dothan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $550 to $770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $2,010. 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 Spartanburg–Dothan corridor.