Moving from Durham, NC to New York City, NY
About 490 miles across a state line, from North Carolina into New York, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Durham, NC to New York City, NY covers about 490 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $2,205 – $2,940 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 143 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 490 miles between North Carolina and New York, this sits in the range where carriers differ most. Some run it dedicated with a firm date; others consolidate it with other shipments and quote a window of 3 to 7 days. The price gap between those two is real — a two-bedroom home runs $2,205 – $2,940 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 9 hours
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Durham to New York City
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,654 – $2,205 | $1,191 – $1,588 | $794 – $1,058 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,985 – $2,646 | $1,429 – $1,905 | $953 – $1,270 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,205 – $2,940 | $1,588 – $2,117 | $1,058 – $1,411 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,536 – $3,381 | $1,826 – $2,434 | $1,217 – $1,623 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,867 – $3,822 | $2,064 – $2,752 | $1,376 – $1,835 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $3,308 – $4,410 | $2,381 – $3,175 | $1,588 – $2,117 |
Transport only, for an estimated 490 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Durham to New York City
490 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $2,450. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $2,205 to $2,940, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Durham to New York City
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 143 people a year (±84) moved from Durham County, NC, home to Durham, to New York County, NY, home to New York City. Going the other way: about 401 people a year (±219). Movers from Durham County make up 0.1% of the 98,721 people a year who moved into New York County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 10,076 people a year (±2,104) moving from North Carolina to New York and about 17,978 people a year (±3,464) from New York to North Carolina — a net gain for North Carolina of about 7,902 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Wake County, NC | 6,396 ±1,096 |
| Orange County, NC | 2,251 ±561 |
| Guilford County, NC | 1,001 ±369 |
| Forsyth County, NC | 801 ±322 |
| Alamance County, NC | 792 ±501 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Kings County, NY | 12,241 ±1,085 |
| Queens County, NY | 5,938 ±795 |
| Bronx County, NY | 4,965 ±883 |
| Nassau County, NY | 3,494 ±841 |
| Los Angeles County, CA | 3,342 ±656 |
Licensed movers at each end
51 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Durham (99 counting those licensed only inside North Carolina). 24 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 27.4% of their 62 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All American RelocationUSDOT 917428 | Raleigh · 26 mi | 41 trucks | 4 | 33.3% of 3 |
| Zippy ShellUSDOT 2574332 | Wake Forest · 20 mi | 35 trucks | 4 | 33.3% of 3 |
| Trosa MovingUSDOT 675014 | Durham · 0 mi | 32 trucks | 11 | 0.0% of 5 |
| Miracle Movers RaleighUSDOT 3139734 | Durham · 6 mi | 20 trucks | 2 | — |
| All My Sons Moving & Storage of RaleighUSDOT 906054 | Raleigh · 9 mi | 16 trucks | 1 | 100.0% of 1 |
| Dba Armstrong Relocation Co Inc Raleigh NCUSDOT 1071807 | Durham · 6 mi | 15 trucks | 10 | 40.0% of 5 |
How these figures are calculated
At the New York City end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of New York City: Piece of Cake Moving (New York City, 340 trucks), Roadway Moving (New York City, 190 trucks), Great Moving Inc (Staten Island, 70 trucks), Great Moving & Storage Inc (South Plainfiel, 70 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from North Carolina into New York, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Durham to New York City
Ask: dedicated or consolidated?
This is the distance where carriers split. A dedicated truck costs more and delivers on a date; a consolidated load costs less and delivers in a window. Decide which you are buying before you compare prices.
Get it binding or not-to-exceed
A non-binding estimate is a guess with no ceiling. On 490 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
Arriving in New York City
A local move inside New York City later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $515 – $845 for a two-bedroom home and $867 – $1,560 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from New York City are Jersey City (about 3 mi), Newark (about 10 mi), Paterson (about 19 mi).
Other routes from Durham
All routes from Durham, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Durham to Chapel Hill, NC | ~11 mi | $455 – $733 |
| Durham to Raleigh, NC | ~24 mi | $455 – $733 |
| Durham to Greensboro, NC | ~58 mi | $455 – $733 |
| Durham to Fayetteville, NC | ~74 mi | $455 – $733 |
| Durham to Winston-Salem, NC | ~89 mi | $455 – $733 |
| Durham to Charlotte, NC | ~141 mi | $635 – $846 |
| Durham to Richmond, VA | ~156 mi | $702 – $936 |
| Durham to Washington, DC | ~262 mi | $1,179 – $1,572 |
Also moving to New York City: from Jersey City, NJ, from Newark, NJ, from Paterson, NJ, from Mount Vernon, NY.
Durham to New York City moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Durham to New York City?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 490 miles cost about $1,654 – $2,205 for a studio, $2,205 – $2,940 for a two-bedroom home and $2,536 – $3,381 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Durham to New York City take?
The drive is about 9 hours, but the move usually takes 3 to 7 days because it moves on either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load, depending on the carrier and the season. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 4 to 6 weeks, 6 to 8 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Durham to New York City?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $1,058 – $1,411 for a two-bedroom home, against $2,205 – $2,940 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,588 – $2,117.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Durham to New York City?
Yes. Durham is in North Carolina and New York City is in New York, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 51 listed movers within 30 miles of Durham hold it.
How many people move from Durham to New York City each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 143 people a year (margin of error ±84) moved from Durham County, which contains Durham, to New York County, which contains New York City.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.