York, PA → Durham, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from York to Durham

About 354 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,810–$4,190, delivery in 1–3 days, 163 carriers on the York side and 338 in Durham.

354 miroad distance
6 h 48 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,810–$4,1902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: York, Pennsylvania
To: Durham, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 354 miles (300 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 48 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 163 (106 interstate)
Movers at destination: 338 (194 interstate)

Reverse: Durham → York

Moving from York to Durham is a regional long-distance move of roughly 354 road miles, heading southwest from Pennsylvania to North 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 $2,810 to $4,190 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 6 h 48 min.

On the York side there are 163 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (106 of them authorized for interstate work), and 338 around Durham (194 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 Durham.

York has a population of about 45,000 and Durham about 305,561. York is considerably denser (8,466 people per square mile versus 2,513), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from York to Durham

Full-service estimate for 354 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,480	$1,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,690	$2,060	$2,510
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,810	$3,430	$4,190
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,500	$5,490	$6,700
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,190	$7,550	$9,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$510–$730

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

Portable container

$1,340–$1,960

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

Full-service mover

$2,810–$4,190

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 York (origin)

A & S Services Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1880751
MC: 164166
Based in: York, PA 17404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 405 trucks, 406 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (717) 792-3632 Route Verify on FMCSA

Honey Locust Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 605126
MC: 292032
Based in: East Berlin, PA 17316 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Route Verify on FMCSA

Granite Transportation Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 898834
MC: 390693
Based in: York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (717) 848-5015 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parker And Molina Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3262344
MC: 1028602
Based in: York Haven, PA 17345 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (717) 487-9023 Route Verify on FMCSA

York Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 926495
MC: 399523
Based in: York, PA 17406 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (717) 318-9883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diaz Expressway

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diaz Expressway LLC

USDOT: 2432631
MC: 838722
Based in: Dover, PA 17315 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (717) 650-1391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Lion Furniture Mfg LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3607050
MC: 1585577
Based in: Red Lion, PA 17356 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (215) 825-5754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eckert Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 10712
MC: 70267
Based in: York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 843-0995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 163 movers in York

Near Durham (destination)

Pax Logistix

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pax Logistix LLC

USDOT: 3319990
MC: 1056199
Based in: Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (919) 961-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trosa Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers INC

USDOT: 675014
MC: 315111
Based in: Durham, NC 27701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (919) 419-1059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 338 movers in Durham

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from York to Durham?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,800 for a studio, $1,690 to $2,510 for a one-bedroom, $2,810 to $4,190 for a two-bedroom, $4,500 to $6,700 for a three-bedroom and $6,190 to $9,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Durham from York?

About 354 road miles (300 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 48 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 Pennsylvania 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 York to Durham?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $510 to $730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,340 to $1,960. 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 York–Durham corridor.