($387+) Norfolk, VA to New Haven, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Norfolk, VA to New Haven, CT

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 442-mile move from Norfolk, Virginia, to New Haven, Connecticut, with costs ranging from $1,131 - $7,524. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $295 - $1,964. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Norfolk and New Haven. Local movers in Norfolk typically start around $220 as a base rate plus $89/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Norfolk to New Haven:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,131 - $3,584
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,809 - $5,104
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,339 - $7,524

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 Norfolk to New Haven.

Specialty moving services from Norfolk, VA to New Haven, CT

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Norfolk movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In New Haven, 95% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Norfolk to New Haven?

Movers licensed to operate in Connecticut are typically members of the Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

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.

How much do local movers cost in Norfolk, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Norfolk to New Haven with a local mover averages $1,737 - $4,900. Working with a local mover based in Norfolk, VA often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Norfolk, VA to New Haven, CT

Moving containers from Norfolk, Virginia, to New Haven, Connecticut, cost between $922 and $3,049. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Norfolk runs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Norfolk to New Haven:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $922 - $1,729
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,192 - $2,407
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,631 - $3,049

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $74 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $147 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in New Haven, CT, 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 $687 in Norfolk, 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 Norfolk to New Haven?

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 Norfolk, VA to New Haven, CT

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 442 miles from Norfolk, Virginia, to New Haven, Connecticut, running $411 - $1,006. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $138 - $158
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Norfolk daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Norfolk to New Haven based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $411 - $728
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $434 - $820
• 4+ bedrooms: $519 - $1,006

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $147 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Norfolk, Virginia, usually costs about $687 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 442-mile drive falls between $138 and $158, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $49 and $295 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Norfolk to New Haven?

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 Norfolk, VA to New Haven, CT

If you're moving a larger household from Norfolk, Virginia, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to New Haven, Connecticut.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $962 and $1,945.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Norfolk to New Haven:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $899 - $1,555
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $962 - $1,945
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,278 - $2,391

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $74 - $147 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Norfolk, Virginia, for about five hours typically runs $687.

What are the best freight companies from Norfolk to New Haven?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Norfolk, VA vs New Haven, CT

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