($449+) Richmond, VA to Burlington, VT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Richmond, VA to Burlington, VT

Full-service movers for the 621-mile relocation from Richmond, Virginia, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $1,230 and $7,047. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $305 - $2,036, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Richmond typically charge a base rate around $360 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Richmond to Burlington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,230 - $3,658
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,032 - $4,904
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,469 - $7,047

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 Richmond to Burlington.

Specialty moving services from Richmond, VA to Burlington, VT

Specialty needs vary by market: 65% of Richmond movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Burlington, 57% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Richmond to Burlington?

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.

Moving container costs from Richmond, VA to Burlington, VT

Moving containers from Richmond, Virginia, to Burlington, Vermont, cost between $931 and $3,223. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Richmond costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Richmond to Burlington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $931 - $1,767
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,257 - $2,567
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,745 - $3,223

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $76 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $153 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Burlington, VT, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $713 in Richmond, VA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Richmond to Burlington?

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 Richmond, VA to Burlington, VT

Plan on $449 - $1,227 for a rental moving truck on the 621-mile route from Richmond, Virginia, to Burlington, Vermont. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $201 - $230
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Richmond daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Richmond to Burlington based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $449 - $899
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $514 - $1,016
• 4+ bedrooms: $648 - $1,227

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $76 and $356.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $153.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $201 and $230 for the 621-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $713 for 2 movers in Richmond, Virginia, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Richmond to Burlington?

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 Richmond, VA to Burlington, VT

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Richmond, Virginia, to Burlington, Vermont. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $916 and $1,878.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Richmond to Burlington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $838 - $1,512
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $965 - $1,878
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,409 - $2,478

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Richmond, Virginia, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $713.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $76 - $153 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Richmond to Burlington?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Richmond, VA vs Burlington, VT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Burlington, side by side with Richmond 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.

Our take

A move from Richmond, VA, to Burlington, VT, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,230 - $7,047 on the 621-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $931 - $3,223, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $449 - $1,227. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,032 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include The University of Vermont Health Network and University of Vermont.