Tempe, AZ → Hilton Head Island, SC · Cross-country move

Movers from Tempe to Hilton Head Island

About 2,132 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,760–$10,050, delivery in 5–10 days, 886 carriers on the Tempe side and 62 in Hilton Head Island.

2,132 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,760–$10,0502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tempe, Arizona
To: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 2,132 miles (1,807 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 886 (350 interstate)
Movers at destination: 62 (37 interstate)

Reverse: Hilton Head Island → Tempe

Moving from Tempe to Hilton Head Island is a cross-country move of roughly 2,132 road miles, heading east from Arizona to South Carolina.

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 $6,760 to $10,050 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 37 hours (5 driving days).

On the Tempe side there are 886 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (350 of them authorized for interstate work), and 62 around Hilton Head Island (37 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 Hilton Head Island.

Tempe has a population of about 190,571 and Hilton Head Island about 38,000. Tempe is considerably denser (4,526 people per square mile versus 911), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Tempe to Hilton Head Island

Full-service estimate for 2,132 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,700	$3,300	$4,020
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,050	$4,940	$6,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,760	$8,240	$10,050
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,810	$13,190	$16,090
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,870	$18,130	$22,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,940–$4,150

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

Portable container

$2,920–$4,300

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

Full-service mover

$6,760–$10,050

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Tempe (origin)

Southwest Industrial Rigging

Licensed interstate

Legal name: H K B INC

USDOT: 902604
MC: 162691
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85041 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 151 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (602) 256-7161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shippers Preferred Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1119424
MC: 473382
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85009 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 112 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (602) 278-6004 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burst Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3384102
MC: 1087004
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85034 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (480) 306-6447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Air Support INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 294366
MC: 242304
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85040 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (602) 267-1946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3162620
MC: 112279
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85296 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1329421
MC: 513718
Based in: Chandler, AZ 85225 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3338899
MC: 1067588
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85295 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3915387
MC: 1446610
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85202 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 886 movers in Tempe

Near Hilton Head Island (destination)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Hilton Head

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Moving With Moxie LLC

USDOT: 1324088
MC: 511267
Based in: Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (843) 757-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nex Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Day By Day Errand Services LLC

USDOT: 4524779
MC: 1793282
Based in: Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (843) 295-0449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transition Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4521531
MC: 1791557
Based in: Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 637-6728 Route Verify on FMCSA

All The Right Mooves Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kary Holdings LLC

USDOT: 4244505
MC: 50047
Based in: Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (843) 681-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3819973
MC: 1381933
Based in: Hilton Head, SC 29926 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (843) 384-2657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move It Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4536635
MC: 1799657
Based in: Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (508) 988-0448 Route Verify on FMCSA

King Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1729435
MC: 763346
Based in: Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (843) 505-0391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Global Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1770449
MC: 646403
Based in: Bluffton, SC 29910 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (843) 597-1370 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 62 movers in Hilton Head Island

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Hilton Head Island accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tempe to Hilton Head Island?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,700 to $4,020 for a studio, $4,050 to $6,030 for a one-bedroom, $6,760 to $10,050 for a two-bedroom, $10,810 to $16,090 for a three-bedroom and $14,870 to $22,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilton Head Island from Tempe?

About 2,132 road miles (1,807 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arizona into South 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 Tempe to Hilton Head Island?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,940 to $4,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,920 to $4,300. 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 Tempe–Hilton Head Island corridor.