If you’re planning a long-distance move from New Bern, NC, you need more than someone with a truck. You need a licensed, insured moving company with the infrastructure to get your household goods to another city, or another state, without relying on subcontractors you’ve never met. Fidelity’s New Bern location at 600 US Hwy 70 has served Craven County and Eastern North Carolina for over 70 years. As affiliates of both Mayflower Transit and United Van Lines, we have the national network to deliver your belongings anywhere in the country, backed by the accountability of a local company that has been part of New Bern since before most of our competitors existed.
What Counts as a Long-Distance Move?
In the moving industry, a long-distance move is typically any move over 50–100 miles, or any move that crosses state lines. Long-distance moves are priced differently from local moves, usually by the weight of your shipment and the distance to your destination, rather than hourly.
Common long-distance moves originating from New Bern include:
New Bern to Raleigh, ~90 miles; one of the most frequent routes
New Bern to Charlotte, ~200 miles; major metro transition
New Bern to Wilmington, ~110 miles; coastal-to-coastal move
New Bern to Virginia Beach, ~200 miles via US-17
New Bern to anywhere in the northeast or southeast, full interstate service available
New Bern to Jacksonville, NC, ~45 miles; military corridor. See our Jacksonville moving services.
Move Fidelity handles all of these routes and more, with direct service rather than brokered handoffs.
Why New Bern Residents Choose Move Fidelity for Long-Distance Moves
We don’t broker your move. Some moving companies in Eastern NC are actually broke; they take your money and assign your shipment to whatever carrier is available. You may never meet your actual movers until they show up at your door. Move Fidelity uses our own licensed and insured crews, so you know exactly who is handling your belongings. Read more about moving brokers vs. direct movers.
We have real storage in New Bern. Our 160,000+ sq ft climate-controlled storage facility means we can hold your goods securely if your new home isn’t ready on your exact move-out date. This flexibility is critical for long-distance moves where timing mismatches between move-out and move-in are common.
We’re affiliated with the two largest van lines in the country. Mayflower Transit and United Van Lines have been moving Americans across the country for decades. Our affiliation gives us access to their networks, their tracking systems, and their service guarantees, paired with the personal accountability of a local company.
70+ years in New Bern means we understand the community. We know Eastern NC. We know the neighborhoods, the bases nearby (Camp Lejeune, MCAS New River, Cherry Point), and the patterns of families and veterans who move from this region. That experience shows up in how we plan and execute every long-distance move.
What to Expect from a Long-Distance Move with Move Fidelity
1. Free estimate, We assess your home in person or virtually, estimate your shipment weight, and give you a firm quote
2. Pack day, our crew packs and prepares your household goods (or assists you if you prefer to pack yourself)
3. Load and transport. Your shipment is loaded and transported to your destination
4. Delivery, We unload and place furniture at your new home
5. Claims support: If anything is damaged in transit, we assist you through the claims process
Call our New Bern office at (252) 638-2980 or email sales@csfay.com to schedule your free estimate.
Preparing for Your Long-Distance Move from New Bern
Start planning 6–8 weeks out. Long-distance moves take more coordination than local moves. Getting on the schedule early gives you more date flexibility and better pricing.
Understand how weight affects your cost. Long-distance moves are priced by weight. Decluttering before your move, donating, selling, or disposing of items you won’t need, can reduce your final cost meaningfully.
Ask about valuation coverage. Basic carrier liability covers $0.60 per pound per item, which is often far below the actual value of your belongings. Ask us about full-value protection options before your move.
Frequently Asked Questions: Long-Distance Movers in New Bern
How much does a long-distance move from New Bern cost?
It depends on where you’re going and how much you’re moving. A 2-bedroom move to Raleigh typically runs $1,500–$2,800. A 3-bedroom move to Charlotte or Virginia could run $2,500–$5,000+. The best way to get an accurate number is a free in-home estimate. Call (252) 638-2980.
Does Move Fidelity move out of North Carolina entirely?
Yes. Through our Mayflower and United Van Lines affiliations, we handle moves from New Bern to any state in the country.
Can Move Fidelity handle military long-distance moves from New Bern?
Yes. We are DOD-approved and government-certified. We work with service members PCS’ing from Camp Lejeune, MCAS New River, or MCAS Cherry Point, all within our New Bern service area. Learn more about our military relocation services.
How do I get a quote for a long-distance move from New Bern?
Call our New Bern office at (252) 638-2980 or email sales@csfay.com. We’ll schedule a free in-home or virtual estimate at a time that works for you.
What areas does your New Bern location serve?
Our New Bern office serves Craven County and surrounding areas, including Havelock, Jacksonville, Morehead City, Kinston, Greenville, and all of Eastern North Carolina.
Thomas Kiser is the CEO of the Carolina Services Group of Companies and a third-generation mover who brings deep industry roots and a lifelong dedication to exceptional service. He began his career in the business during high school, spending his summers packing and moving, experiences that grounded him in the values of hard work, reliability, and customer care. Thomas attended Western Carolina University before serving in the United States Marine Corps as a Tank Platoon Commander, where he honed his leadership, discipline, and commitment to mission-focused execution.
Today, Thomas leads with a focus on delivering excellent service and tailored solutions to every customer. He serves on the North Carolina Movers Association board and chairs its Military Committee, helping strengthen partnerships, raise industry standards, and keep members informed on Department of Defense updates. He is also the recipient of the 2025 Mover of the Year award, which acknowledges his time and commitment to championing the common goals and wellbeing of North Carolina’s moving industry in support of the Department of Defense.
A longtime member of Highland Presbyterian Church, Thomas grew up in its community and previously served as an Elder. He is a proud father of two children who enjoy gymnastics and karate. Outside of his professional and community roles, Thomas can often be found at the beach, out deep-sea fishing, tournament fishing, hunting, cooking, or enjoying evenings around a bonfire or live music.
Thomas lives by the phrase “Live like Jay.” This phrase promotes living a life full of passion, kindness, and perseverance. Embracing a positive attitude, being happy, treating others well, and chasing your dreams and goals with determination.