($210+) Myrtle Beach, SC to Raleigh, NC Movers

Full-service moving costs from Myrtle Beach, SC to Raleigh, NC

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 182-mile move from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Raleigh, North Carolina, with costs ranging from $756 - $4,939. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $289 - $1,928. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Myrtle Beach and Raleigh. Local movers in Myrtle Beach typically start around $225 as a base rate plus $56/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $756 - $3,185
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,311 - $3,675
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,822 - $4,939

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 Raleigh.

Specialty moving services from Myrtle Beach, SC to Raleigh, NC

Specialty needs vary by market — 80% of Myrtle Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Raleigh, 86% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Myrtle Beach 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.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

How much do local movers cost in Myrtle Beach, SC?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Myrtle Beach to Raleigh with a local mover averages $1,298 - $3,639. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Myrtle Beach, SC can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Myrtle Beach, SC to Raleigh, NC

Moving containers from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Raleigh, North Carolina, cost between $834 and $2,404. 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 Raleigh:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $834 - $1,428
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,000 - $1,991
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,268 - $2,404

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $72 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $145 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $675 in Myrtle Beach, SC, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Raleigh, NC, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Myrtle Beach to Raleigh?

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 Raleigh, NC

A rental truck for this 182-mile move from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Raleigh, North Carolina, costs between $203 and $485. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $56 - $64
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• 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 Raleigh based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $203 - $377
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $226 - $432
• 4+ bedrooms: $271 - $485

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $145 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 $63 and $313 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $56 - $64 in fuel for the 182-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $675 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Raleigh, NC

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 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to Raleigh, North Carolina. 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. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $825 and $1,441.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $750 - $1,211
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $825 - $1,441
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,090 - $1,829

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $72 - $145 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for about five hours typically runs $675.

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

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 Raleigh, NC

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Raleigh, 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.