Tallahassee, FL → Charleston, WV · Long-distance move

Movers from Tallahassee to Charleston

About 667 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,640–$5,420, delivery in 2–5 days, 121 carriers on the Tallahassee side and 37 in Charleston.

667 miroad distance
12 h 12 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,640–$5,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tallahassee, Florida
To: Charleston, West Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 667 miles (566 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 12 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 121 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (15 interstate)

Reverse: Charleston → Tallahassee

Charleston sits about 667 miles north of Tallahassee, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida 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 $3,640 to $5,420 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 12 h 12 min.

On the Tallahassee side there are 121 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 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.

Tallahassee has a population of about 204,902 and Charleston about 47,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,944 and 1,556 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in West Virginia than in Florida, 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 Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tallahassee to Charleston

Full-service estimate for 667 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,460	$1,780	$2,170
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,190	$2,670	$3,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,640	$4,440	$5,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,830	$7,110	$8,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,020	$9,780	$11,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,390

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,380

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

Full-service mover

$3,640–$5,420

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 Tallahassee (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Moving LLC

USDOT: 2273291
MC: 778416
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (850) 224-2232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amwat Moving & Warehousing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Residential & Commercial Transport Company LLC

USDOT: 1377633
MC: 525791
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (850) 877-7131 Route Verify on FMCSA

Csc Delivery LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3705158
Based in: Havana, FL 32333 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (850) 716-0799 Route Verify on FMCSA

Halls Air Freight & Delivery Division Of Economy Moving And

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Economy Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 1404871
MC: 707110
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (850) 562-9456 Route Verify on FMCSA

Simmons Amerimove

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Simmons Moving And Storage INC

USDOT: 1943394
MC: 928422
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32305 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (850) 656-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Mini'Smike'S Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mike'S Moving INC

USDOT: 799596
MC: 362974
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (850) 545-3737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Motivated Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3456636
MC: 1126964
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (813) 817-2717 Route Verify on FMCSA

One4all Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4091653
MC: 1558869
Based in: Tallahassee, FL 32303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (850) 694-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 121 movers in Tallahassee

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

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Charleston if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tallahassee to Charleston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,460 to $2,170 for a studio, $2,190 to $3,250 for a one-bedroom, $3,640 to $5,420 for a two-bedroom, $5,830 to $8,680 for a three-bedroom and $8,020 to $11,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charleston from Tallahassee?

About 667 road miles (566 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 12 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 Florida 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 Tallahassee to Charleston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,380. 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 Tallahassee–Charleston corridor.