($553+) Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC Movers
Moving from Albany, NY, to Myrtle Beach, SC, runs anywhere from $559 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,021 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 797 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,657, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $7,021 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,140 - $3,719, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $559 - $1,486.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Albany, NY, to Myrtle Beach, SC. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,070 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC
There are 3 main ways to move from Albany to Myrtle Beach: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service is the most expensive but covers everything from labor to transportation, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route averaging $2,070 - $5,540. Containers cost roughly 30% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 60% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 797 miles, expect 2 to 7 days in transit no matter which service you choose.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 797-mile route from Albany to Myrtle Beach, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $1,657 for a studio up to $7,021 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $1,140 - $3,719 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $559 - $1,486, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $986 - $2,916, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC
For the 797-mile move from Albany, New York, to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, full-service movers cost between $1,657 and $7,021. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $286 - $1,908 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Albany generally start around $295 plus $115 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Albany to Myrtle Beach:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,657 - $4,087
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,070 - $5,540
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,542 - $7,021
Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Albany to Myrtle Beach.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from New York to South Carolina. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC
Specialty needs vary by market — 75% of Albany movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Myrtle Beach, 80% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing88% of local movers | $477 - $4,770 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready75% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Mabey's Moving & Storage | $191 - $1,145/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $286 - $2,290 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage13% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs38% of local movers | $954 - $2,862 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,385 - $9,540 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $715 - $1,358 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items38% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Don's Moving & Storage | $954 - $2,385 |
| Piano | Any piano type50% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Don's Moving & Storage | $763 - $3,339 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling25% of local movers | $286 - $1,431 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect13% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Arnoff Moving & Storage | $620 - $1,908 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $286 - $14,310+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $286 - $3,339+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Albany to Myrtle Beach?
Look for South Carolina Trucking Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in South Carolina beyond this list.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Albany, NY. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC
Moving containers from Albany, New York, to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, cost between $1,140 and $3,719. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Albany runs about $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Albany to Myrtle Beach:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,140 - $1,935
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,422 - $2,909
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,965 - $3,719
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $72 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $143 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Myrtle Beach, SC, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $668 in Albany, NY. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a New York to South Carolina move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,140. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,422 - $2,909, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Albany to Myrtle Beach?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Albany to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Albany:
- Don's Moving & Storage (4.9/5), 76 years in business
- Five College Movers (4.8/5), 17 years in business
- Your Hometown Mover (5.0/5), 15 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 797 miles from Albany, New York, to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, running $559 - $1,486. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $242 - $276
- Daily insurance: $29/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
- Albany daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Albany to Myrtle Beach based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $559 - $1,086
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $654 - $1,289
- 4+ bedrooms: $741 - $1,486
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Albany to Myrtle Beach starts at $559 - $1,486, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($242 - $276) , overnight lodging ($143/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $72 and $334.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $143.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $242 and $276 for the 797-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $668 for 2 movers in Albany, New York, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Albany to Myrtle Beach?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)
The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.
Freight trailer costs from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Albany, New York, to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.
Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $859 and $2,191.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Albany to Myrtle Beach:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $986 - $1,815
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,103 - $2,191
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,556 - $2,916
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Albany, New York, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $668.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $72 - $143 per additional foot to your total.
- Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.
What are the best freight companies from Albany to Myrtle Beach?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
- Warren W Fane, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): Warren W Fane, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Albany to Myrtle Beach, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Albany, NY vs Myrtle Beach, SC
Day-to-day costs in Myrtle Beach are close to what you're used to in Albany: cost of living index of 90 versus 99, with average rent of $1,850/mo compared to $1,450/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 65/100 and 49.65/100 in Albany versus 43/100 and 41.94/100 in Myrtle Beach.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Myrtle Beach, SC to Albany, NY guide.
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Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Albany, NY, to Myrtle Beach, SC, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,657 - $7,021 on the 797-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,140 - $3,719 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $559 - $1,486 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,070 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Grand Strand Medical Center and One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning.
FAQs: Moving from Albany, NY, to Myrtle Beach, SC
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What do local movers charge in Albany?
Local movers based in Albany typically start around $295 as a base rate, plus $115/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Myrtle Beach run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How long does a move from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What are the best neighborhoods in Myrtle Beach?
For families, Carolina Forest, The Market Common, and Grande Dunes are worth a look in Myrtle Beach. If you're moving solo or without kids, The Market Common, Carolina Forest, and Grande Dunes tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from Albany, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $654 - $1,289. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What percentage of Albany movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 50% of movers in Albany handle piano moves, and 38% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
