What to Expect on a Long Distance Move The cost of long distance moves are based on the weight of your shipment, the miles traveling and the moving services you request. A local move estimate is easy, but a long distance estimate is more involved. Moving from one state to different state is regulated by the Federal Department of Transportation, Surface Transportation Board. Long distant charges can include: The cost of the the long distant move. Carton cost, labor to pack, and unpack. Setup charges ... Read more