($576+) Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC Movers
Moving from Burlington, VT, to Raleigh, NC, runs anywhere from $582 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,719 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 795 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 $2,076, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $9,719 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,162 - $3,645, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $582 - $1,579.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Burlington, VT, to Raleigh, NC. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,782 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 Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC
There are 3 main ways to move from Burlington to Raleigh: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,782 - $6,472. Moving containers run about 30% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 60% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 7 days for this 795-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 795-mile route from Burlington to Raleigh, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $2,076 - $5,377 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,162 - $2,077), rental truck ($582 - $1,097), or freight trailer ($1,026 - $1,870). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,782 - $6,472 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $9,719.
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 Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 795-mile move from Burlington, Vermont, to Raleigh, North Carolina, with costs ranging from $2,076 - $9,719. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $329 - $2,192. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Burlington and Raleigh. Local movers in Burlington typically start around $594 as a base rate plus $200/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Burlington to Raleigh:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,076 - $5,377
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,782 - $6,472
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,759 - $9,719
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 Burlington to Raleigh.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Vermont to North Carolina. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC
Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Burlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Raleigh, 86% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing60% of local movers | $548 - $5,480 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready80% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Booska Movers | $219 - $1,315/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $329 - $2,630 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage80% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs | $1,096 - $3,288 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,740 - $10,960 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $821 - $1,560 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items40% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Vermont Moving & Storage | $1,096 - $2,740 |
| Piano | Any piano type100% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Booska Movers | $877 - $3,836 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling60% of local movers | $329 - $1,644 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect60% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Local Muscle Movers | $712 - $2,192 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $329 - $16,440+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $329 - $3,836+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Burlington to Raleigh?
Movers licensed to operate in North Carolina are typically members of the North Carolina Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Burlington, VT. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC
Moving containers from Burlington, Vermont, to Raleigh, North Carolina, cost between $1,162 and $3,645. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Raleigh. If you go over that window, storage in Burlington adds around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Burlington to Raleigh:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,162 - $2,077
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,422 - $2,711
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,926 - $3,645
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Burlington, VT and Raleigh, 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 $767 in Burlington, VT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $82 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $164 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Vermont to North 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 $1,162. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,422 - $2,711, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Burlington to Raleigh?
- 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 Burlington 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 Burlington:
- Local Muscle Movers (4.9/5), 16 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 795 miles from Burlington, Vermont, to Raleigh, North Carolina, running $582 - $1,579. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $277 - $317
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Burlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
| 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 Burlington to Raleigh based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $582 - $1,097
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $642 - $1,341
- 4+ bedrooms: $772 - $1,579
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Burlington to Raleigh starts at $582 - $1,579, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($277 - $317) , overnight lodging ($164/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?
- Gas: Fuel adds $277 - $317 for the 795-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Burlington, Vermont, for about 5 hours typically costs around $767.
- Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
- Lodging: The 795-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $164 per night, adding $329 - $493 in hotel costs total.
- Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $55 and $329.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Burlington to Raleigh?
- 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 Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Burlington, Vermont, to Raleigh, 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 $986 and $2,259.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Burlington to Raleigh:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,026 - $1,870
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,195 - $2,259
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,479 - $3,004
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
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 $82 and $164.
- 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 Burlington, Vermont, for roughly five hours typically average $767.
What are the best freight companies from Burlington to Raleigh?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- DFA Northeast Logistics, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): DFA Northeast Logistics, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Burlington to Raleigh. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Burlington, VT vs Raleigh, NC
Good news for your budget: Raleigh isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Burlington. Cost of living index runs 106 there against 112 here, and rent, income, and tax rates all fall in a comparable band. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores land in a similar range too - 59/100 and 56.67/100 here versus 31/100 and 60.13/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Raleigh, NC to Burlington, VT guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Vermont to North Carolina over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 5 movers in our Vermont network to compare for this 795-mile move.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Burlington, VT, to Raleigh, NC, 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 $2,076 - $9,719 on the 795-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,162 - $3,645 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $582 - $1,579 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,782 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Raleigh tend to point to exceptional beauty and ample economic opportunity, though high cost of living and quiet nightlife come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include State of North Carolina and WakeMed.
FAQs: Moving from Burlington, VT, to Raleigh, NC
What is the best time of year to move from Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. North Carolina also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How long does a move from Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC 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 extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($277 - $317), daily insurance ($33/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $22) on top. Overnight stops can add another $164/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
What is the cheapest way to move from Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC?
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 $642 - $1,341. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
How much does it cost to move from Burlington, VT to Raleigh, NC?
Costs on this route range from around $2,076 to $9,719, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,076 and $9,719, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What percentage of Burlington movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 100% of movers in Burlington handle piano moves, and 40% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
