Are You Moving from Asheville to Charlotte?
You're in good company!
An estimated 20 to 40 households are moving from Asheville to Charlotte each month, and we help a lot of them! It’s one of the most common long-distance moves we do, in fact. Thanks to that experience, we can anticipate some of what you’ll need to know as you prepare for your own move; and we’re here to save you those 40 little Google searches during the days leading up to it. Below is a quick, practical overview based on what professional movers see every week on this route.
How Far is it from Asheville to Charlotte?
Charlotte’s close proximity to Asheville is certainly one reason it’s such a common move. The drive is about 125 miles and 2 hours, no matter how you slice it. The shortest route is:
- I-26 E out of Asheville
- 74 E to Gastonia
- I-85 N into Charlotte
There’s one big descent as you leave the mountains on I-26, and it’s an easy and predictable drive from there.
What to Expect on Moving Day
Packing, Loading, Same-Day Delivery
Hiring a moving company makes relocating from Asheville to Charlotte so much easier on you. We can pack everything up the day before your move, or whenever you need us to. (We even offer two-stage packing for pre-staging and post-closing.) This can take a massive task off your plate and allow you to attend to all the other to-do’s, loose ends, and red tape.
Some customers, however, prefer to pack on their own. If this is you, then it’s a simple one-day affair. Your moving crew arrives on moving day, loads your things into our truck, and hits the road. As for making the drive? Here’s how it usually goes:
- The movers quickly load up and leave first.
- Most customers stay behind to pack valuable and day-to-day items into their own vehicle, handle any last-minute details, and load in pets and kids.
- Moving trucks travel slowly, so even if you stop for a quick lunch along the way, there’s a good chance we’ll all arrive at your new home in Charlotte around the same time.
- Your movers unload your belongings and unpack them if you’ve opted for it (although most folks prefer to unpack at their own pace).
Some clients may make the drive a different day, already be in Charlotte, or fly instead of driving, and we make it all work. Moving from Asheville to Charlotte is a quick and easy breeze when you work with efficient movers like us!
How Much Does It Cost to Move From Asheville to Charlotte?
Your cost for moving from Asheville to Charlotte will depend on a number of factors, of course, but we want to eliminate as much ambiguity as possible for you. Below are some typical ranges:
Load + Transport + Unload (no packing)
- Studio / 1BR: $900 to 1500
- 2BR Home: $1400 to 2100
- 3BR Home: $2000 to 3000
- 4BR+: $3000 to 4500+
Full Pack + Load + Transport + Unload
- Studio / 1BR: $1300 to 2300
- 2BR Home: $1800 to 3300
- 3BR Home: $3000 to $5000+
- 4BR+: $4500 to 7000+
Naturally, a major variance in costs is due to what we call inventory. That’s just industry-speak for how much stuff you have. At Asheville Area Movers, pricing is straightforward. The only things influencing price for in-state moves are time and distance. We will never nickle-and-dime you for stairs or heavy items, for example.
Two to three weeks is ideal, but if you’re closer to your move than that (even if it’s tomorrow!), give us a call, and we will see what we can do. We specialize in last-minute moves and will do our very best to meet your timeline.
Usually! We typically schedule a move from Asheville to Charlotte so that your crew loads the truck early in the morning and hits the road within a few hours.
No. As long as we have access when we arrive, when you get there is not important. You’ll just want to make sure the crew has keys and gate codes, and you’ve made all the necessary arrangements for parking, elevators, etc.
Indeed, there are some details you may run into in Charlotte that would never come up in Asheville. A few of these are:
High-rise apartments often require elevator reservations for the specific 2-3 hour window that we’ll be moving your things in. You need to arrange this a week or two in advance.
In order to make an elevator reservation, management often requires insurance paperwork (COI) from the moving company ahead of time.
HOAs or apartment complexes may need to issue a special parking permit for the moving truck, or we may at least need to adhere to specific parking instructions.
If you’re moving into a gated community, the HOA may require you to fill out forms or schedule your move-in day and time.
Absolutely! Yes, some moves may allow us to keep furniture in tact, and some moves do not. We’ll get you sorted!
Asheville to Charlotte, Made Simple
Whether your move is next month or next week, we’re here to make the whole process feel straightforward, predictable, and well supported. If you’re ready to get your move on the calendar (or if you just need a quick quote to help with planning), give us a call. We’re happy to answer questions or talk through timing and logistics so nothing falls through the cracks. When you’re ready, we’ll make the move!