($681+) Myrtle Beach, SC to Portland, ME Movers

Full-service moving costs from Myrtle Beach, SC to Portland, ME

For the 972-mile move from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Portland, Maine, full-service movers cost between $2,032 and $7,742. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $296 - $1,976 (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 Myrtle Beach generally start around $225 plus $56 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Myrtle Beach to Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,032 - $4,675
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,441 - $5,836
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,915 - $7,742

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 Myrtle Beach to Portland.

Specialty moving services from Myrtle Beach, SC to Portland, ME

Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Myrtle Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Portland, 78% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Myrtle Beach to Portland?

Maine Motor Transport Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Maine, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Myrtle Beach, SC to Portland, ME

Moving containers from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Portland, Maine, cost between $1,221 and $4,094. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Myrtle Beach typically costs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Myrtle Beach to Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,221 - $2,089
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,508 - $3,056
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,991 - $4,094

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Myrtle Beach, SC and Portland, ME. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $692 in Myrtle Beach, SC, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $74 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $148 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Myrtle Beach to Portland?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Myrtle Beach, SC to Portland, ME

A rental truck for this 972-mile move from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Portland, Maine, costs between $695 and $1,883. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $306 - $349
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Myrtle Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Myrtle Beach to Portland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $695 - $1,214
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $722 - $1,548
• 4+ bedrooms: $914 - $1,883

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 $74 and $346.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $148.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $306 and $349 for the 972-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 $692 for 2 movers in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Myrtle Beach to Portland?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. 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 Myrtle Beach, SC to Portland, ME

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Portland, Maine, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,231 and $2,396.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Myrtle Beach to Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,034 - $2,038
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,231 - $2,396
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,676 - $3,371

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $74 and $148.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for roughly five hours typically average $692.

What are the best freight companies from Myrtle Beach to Portland?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Sherwood Trucking (4.16/5 stars): Sherwood Trucking is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Myrtle Beach, SC vs Portland, ME

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Portland, side by side with Myrtle Beach on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.