($551+) Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL Movers
Moving from Raleigh, NC, to Hialeah, FL, runs anywhere from $551 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,066 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 807 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 $1,612, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,066 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,012 - $3,693, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $551 - $1,586.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Raleigh, NC, to Hialeah, FL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,169 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 Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL
There are 3 main ways to move from Raleigh to Hialeah: 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 $2,169 - $5,077. Moving containers run about 39% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 71% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 7 days for this 807-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 807-mile route from Raleigh to Hialeah, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,612 - $4,036 | $1,012 - $1,903 | $551 - $1,090 | $910 - $1,678 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,169 - $5,077 | $1,328 - $2,749 | $630 - $1,296 | $1,150 - $2,091 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $3,729 - $7,066 | $1,874 - $3,693 | $737 - $1,586 | $1,499 - $2,701 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL
Full-service movers for the 807-mile relocation from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Hialeah, Florida, cost between $1,612 and $7,066. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $334 - $2,224, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Raleigh typically charge a base rate around $226 plus $93 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Raleigh to Hialeah:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,612 - $4,036
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,169 - $5,077
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,729 - $7,066
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 Raleigh to Hialeah.
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 Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL
Specialty needs vary by market: 60% of Raleigh movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Hialeah, 63% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing73% of local movers | $556 - $5,560 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready60% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Miracle Movers | $222 - $1,334/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $334 - $2,669 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage21% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs61% of local movers | $1,112 - $3,336 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,780 - $11,120 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $833 - $1,582 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items32% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Little Guys Movers | $1,112 - $2,780 |
| Piano | Any piano type52% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Miracle Movers | $890 - $3,892 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling10% of local movers | $334 - $1,668 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect4% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Athens Moving Experts | $723 - $2,224 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $334 - $16,680+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $334 - $3,892+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Raleigh to Hialeah?
If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Professional Movers Association of Florida is a good first thing to confirm.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Raleigh, NC. 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 Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL
Moving containers from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Hialeah, Florida, cost between $1,012 and $3,693. 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 Hialeah. If you go over that window, storage in Raleigh adds around $80/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Raleigh to Hialeah:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,012 - $1,903
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,328 - $2,749
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,874 - $3,693
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Raleigh, NC and Hialeah, FL. 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 $778 in Raleigh, NC, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $83 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $167 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 North Carolina to Florida 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 $1,012. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,328 - $2,749.
What are the best moving containers Raleigh to Hialeah?
- 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh:
- Little Guys Movers (4.9/5), 33 years in business
- Athens Moving Experts (4.9/5), 9 years in business
- Miracle Movers (4.7/5), 20 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL
A rental truck for this 807-mile move from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Hialeah, Florida, costs between $551 and $1,586. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $286 - $326
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Raleigh daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79
| 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 Raleigh to Hialeah based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $551 - $1,090
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $630 - $1,296
- 4+ bedrooms: $737 - $1,586
Pro tip: A rental truck from Raleigh to Hialeah looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $551 - $1,586. But once you factor in fuel ($286 - $326), overnight lodging ($167/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $167 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $72 and $361 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $286 - $326 in fuel for the 807-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $778 in Raleigh, North Carolina, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Raleigh to Hialeah?
- 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 Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL
If you're moving a larger household from Raleigh, North Carolina, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Hialeah, Florida.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,150 and $2,091.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Raleigh to Hialeah:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $910 - $1,678
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,150 - $2,091
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,499 - $2,701
Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Raleigh, North Carolina, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $778.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $83 and $167 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Raleigh to Hialeah?
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Raleigh to Hialeah. 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: Raleigh, NC vs Hialeah, FL
Good news for your budget: Hialeah isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Raleigh. Cost of living index runs 119 there against 106 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 31/100 and 60.13/100 here versus 68/100 and 54.23/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Hialeah, FL to Raleigh, NC guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from North Carolina to Florida 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 313 movers in our North Carolina network to compare for this 807-mile move.
Our take
The 807-mile move from Raleigh, NC, to Hialeah, FL, costs between $1,612 and $7,066 with full-service movers, $1,012 - $3,693 with a moving container, and $551 - $1,586 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,169 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Sedano's Supermarkets and Cordis International.
FAQs: Moving from Raleigh, NC, to Hialeah, FL
What are the best neighborhoods in Hialeah?
For families, Palm Springs North, Miami Lakes, and Hialeah Gardens are worth a look in Hialeah. If you're moving solo or without kids, West Hialeah, East Hialeah, and Hialeah Acres tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL?
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 $630 - $1,296. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Hialeah a safe place to live?
Hialeah has a safety index of 54.23 out of 100 and a crime index of 45.77, compared to 60.13 and 38.87 in Raleigh. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What is the best time of year to move from Raleigh, NC to Hialeah, FL?
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. Florida 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.
What percentage of Raleigh movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 52% of movers in Raleigh handle piano moves, and 32% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.