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Kill Devil Hills, NC

Tallahassee, FL → Kill Devil Hills, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Tallahassee to Kill Devil Hills

About 740 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,960–$5,890, delivery in 2–5 days, 121 carriers on the Tallahassee side and 4 in Kill Devil Hills.

  • 740 miroad distance
  • 13 h 28 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,960–$5,8902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 740 miles (627 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 28 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
121 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
4 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Kill Devil Hills → Tallahassee

Kill Devil Hills sits about 740 miles northeast of Tallahassee, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to North Carolina 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 $3,960 to $5,890 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 28 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 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.

Tallahassee has a population of about 204,902 and Kill Devil Hills about 4,000. Tallahassee is considerably denser (1,944 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. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Tallahassee to Kill Devil Hills

Full-service estimate for 740 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,580 $1,930 $2,360
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,370 $2,900 $3,530
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,960 $4,830 $5,890
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,330 $7,720 $9,420
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,710 $10,620 $12,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,500

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,470

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

Full-service mover

$3,960–$5,890

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 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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,580 to $2,360 for a studio, $2,370 to $3,530 for a one-bedroom, $3,960 to $5,890 for a two-bedroom, $6,330 to $9,420 for a three-bedroom and $8,710 to $12,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kill Devil Hills from Tallahassee?

About 740 road miles (627 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 28 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 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 Tallahassee to Kill Devil Hills?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,470. 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–Kill Devil Hills corridor.