Rochester, NY

Spartanburg, SC → Rochester, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Spartanburg to Rochester

About 724 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,270–$6,360, delivery in 2–5 days, 206 carriers on the Spartanburg side and 306 in Rochester.

  • 724 miroad distance
  • 13 h 11 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,270–$6,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 724 miles (613 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 11 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
206 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination
306 (95 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Spartanburg

Rochester sits about 724 miles north of Spartanburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Carolina to New York 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 $4,270 to $6,360 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 13 h 11 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 306 around Rochester (95 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 Rochester.

Spartanburg has a population of about 39,000 and Rochester about 206,108. Rochester is the denser city (5,903 people per square mile versus 1,912 in Spartanburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than South Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Spartanburg to Rochester

Full-service estimate for 724 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,710 $2,080 $2,540
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,560 $3,130 $3,810
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,270 $5,210 $6,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,840 $8,340 $10,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,400 $11,460 $13,990

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,040–$1,470

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,450

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

Full-service mover

$4,270–$6,360

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Jmt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

Jtl LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

All 206 movers in Spartanburg

Near Rochester (destination)

US Commercial Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1858362
MC
663221
Based in
Rochester, NY 14621 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
301 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Wegmans Food Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
185452
MC
152450
Based in
Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
216 trucks, 387 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Custom Courier Solutions INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1612855
Based in
Rochester, NY 14606 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Cargo Transit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2346265
MC
802875
Based in
Rochester, NY 14626 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Falcon Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363517
MC
810160
Based in
Rochester, NY 14613 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Amj Home Delivery

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4058921
MC
1539704
Based in
Rochester, NY 14623 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Sheridan Brothers Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1203584
MC
489094
Based in
Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Juan C Medina DBA Rogue Logistic

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3428666
MC
1110266
Based in
Rochester, NY 14616 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 306 movers in Rochester

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,710 to $2,540 for a studio, $2,560 to $3,810 for a one-bedroom, $4,270 to $6,360 for a two-bedroom, $6,840 to $10,170 for a three-bedroom and $9,400 to $13,990 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Spartanburg?

About 724 road miles (613 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 11 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 South Carolina into New York 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 Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,450. 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–Rochester corridor.