($452+) Norfolk, VA to Providence, RI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Norfolk, VA to Providence, RI

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 542-mile move from Norfolk, Virginia, to Providence, Rhode Island, with costs ranging from $1,266 - $7,463. 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 Providence. 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 Providence:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,266 - $3,689
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,981 - $5,194
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,803 - $7,463

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 Providence.

Specialty moving services from Norfolk, VA to Providence, RI

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Norfolk movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Providence, 97% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Norfolk, VA to Providence, RI

Moving containers from Norfolk, Virginia, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $1,035 and $3,241. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Providence. If you go over that window, storage in Norfolk adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,035 - $1,750
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,287 - $2,417
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,241

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Norfolk, VA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $687, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $74 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $147 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Norfolk, VA, and Providence, RI, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Norfolk to Providence?

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 Providence, RI

Renting a moving truck for the 542-mile move from Norfolk, Virginia, to Providence, Rhode Island, costs between $447 and $1,140, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $169 - $194
• 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 Providence based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $447 - $856
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $487 - $1,004
• 4+ bedrooms: $619 - $1,140

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 $74 and $344.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $147.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $169 and $194 for the 542-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 $687 for 2 movers in Norfolk, Virginia, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Norfolk to Providence?

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 Providence, RI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Norfolk, Virginia, to Providence, Rhode Island. 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 $884 and $2,034.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $932 - $1,706
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $979 - $2,034
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,441 - $2,567

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $74 and $147.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Norfolk, Virginia, for roughly five hours typically average $687.

What are the best freight companies from Norfolk to Providence?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Norfolk, VA vs Providence, RI

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Providence, 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.