($324+) Durham, NC to Augusta, GA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Durham, NC to Augusta, GA

For the 307-mile move from Durham, North Carolina, to Augusta, Georgia, full-service movers cost between $965 and $5,804. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $274 - $1,828 (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 Durham generally start around $240 plus $122 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $965 - $3,294
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,594 - $4,319
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,183 - $5,804

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 Durham to Augusta.

Specialty moving services from Durham, NC to Augusta, GA

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Durham movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Augusta, 58% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Georgia Movers Association, the group most Georgia 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.

How much do local movers cost in Durham, NC?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Durham to Augusta with a local mover averages $1,657 - $4,491. A local mover in Durham, NC is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Durham, NC to Augusta, GA

Moving containers from Durham, North Carolina, to Augusta, Georgia, cost between $861 and $2,757. 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 Augusta. If you go over that window, storage in Durham adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $861 - $1,521
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,045 - $2,111
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,510 - $2,757

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Durham, NC, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $640, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $69 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $137 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Durham, NC, and Augusta, GA, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Durham to Augusta?

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 Durham, NC to Augusta, GA

A rental truck for this 307-mile move from Durham, North Carolina, to Augusta, Georgia, costs between $324 and $801. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $89 - $102
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Durham daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $324 - $560
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $329 - $651
• 4+ bedrooms: $422 - $801

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $89 - $102 for the 307-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 Durham, North Carolina, for about 5 hours typically costs around $640.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 307-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $137 per night, adding $274 - $411 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $46 and $274.

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

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 Durham, NC to Augusta, GA

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Durham, North Carolina, to Augusta, Georgia. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $845 and $1,739.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $797 - $1,382
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $845 - $1,739
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,196 - $2,016

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Durham, North Carolina, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $640.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $69 - $137 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 Durham to Augusta?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Durham, NC vs Augusta, GA

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

The 307-mile move from Durham, NC, to Augusta, GA, costs between $965 and $5,804 with full-service movers, $861 - $2,757 with a moving container, and $324 - $801 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 $1,594 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 Questo and Morris Communications.