($482+) Boston, MA to Durham, NC Movers

Full-service moving costs from Boston, MA to Durham, NC

For the 702-mile move from Boston, Massachusetts, to Durham, North Carolina, full-service movers cost between $1,477 and $8,039. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $391 - $2,604 (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 Boston generally start around $340 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Boston to Durham:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,477 - $4,089
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,254 - $5,472
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,955 - $8,039

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 Boston to Durham.

Specialty moving services from Boston, MA to Durham, NC

Specialty needs vary by market: 76% of Boston movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Durham, 59% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Boston to Durham?

All three below meet the standards set by the North Carolina Movers Association, the group most North Carolina movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Boston, MA to Durham, NC

Moving containers from Boston, Massachusetts, to Durham, North Carolina, cost between $1,032 and $3,272. 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 Boston typically costs about $145/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Boston to Durham:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,032 - $1,911
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,365 - $2,442
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,757 - $3,272

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Boston, MA and Durham, NC. 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 $911 in Boston, MA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $98 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $195 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 Boston to Durham?

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 Boston, MA to Durham, NC

Plan on $482 - $1,342 for a rental moving truck on the 702-mile route from Boston, Massachusetts, to Durham, North Carolina. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $291 - $332
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Boston daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Boston to Durham based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $482 - $904
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $520 - $1,187
• 4+ bedrooms: $651 - $1,342

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 $98 and $456.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $195.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $291 and $332 for the 702-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 $911 for 2 movers in Boston, Massachusetts, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Boston to Durham?

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 Boston, MA to Durham, NC

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Boston, Massachusetts, to Durham, North 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 $1,172 and $2,015.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Boston to Durham:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $884 - $1,636
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,039 - $2,015
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,434 - $2,751

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $98 - $195 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Boston, Massachusetts, typically costs $911.

What are the best freight companies from Boston to Durham?

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.

Cost of living: Boston, MA vs Durham, NC

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Durham, side by side with Boston 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.

Our take

A move from Boston, MA, to Durham, NC, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,477 - $8,039 on the 702-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,032 - $3,272, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $482 - $1,342. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,254 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Durham tend to point to low cost of living and quality education, though terrible traffic and high crime rate come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Duke University & Duke Univ. Health System and IBM.