($426+) Arlington, VA to Ann Arbor, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Arlington, VA to Ann Arbor, MI

For the 525-mile move from Arlington, Virginia, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, full-service movers cost between $1,182 and $7,405. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $422 - $2,816 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Arlington generally start around $200 plus $110 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Arlington to Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,182 - $3,587
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,022 - $5,047
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,378 - $7,405

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 Arlington to Ann Arbor.

Specialty moving services from Arlington, VA to Ann Arbor, MI

Specialty needs vary by market: 70% of Arlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Ann Arbor, 57% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Arlington to Ann Arbor?

Michigan Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Michigan, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Arlington, VA to Ann Arbor, MI

Moving containers from Arlington, Virginia, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, cost between $986 and $3,148. 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 Arlington costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Arlington to Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $986 - $1,633
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,178 - $2,421
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,699 - $3,148

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 Arlington, VA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $986, 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 $106 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $211 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Arlington, VA, and Ann Arbor, MI, 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 Arlington to Ann Arbor?

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 Arlington, VA to Ann Arbor, MI

A rental truck for this 525-mile move from Arlington, Virginia, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, costs between $426 and $1,108. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $235 - $269
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Arlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Arlington to Ann Arbor based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $426 - $768
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $441 - $919
• 4+ bedrooms: $561 - $1,108

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Arlington, Virginia, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $986.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $235 - $269 for the 525-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $84 and $458, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $211 per night for hotel stops on the 525-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $422 - $634.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Arlington to Ann Arbor?

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 Arlington, VA to Ann Arbor, MI

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Arlington, Virginia, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,011 and $1,806.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Arlington to Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $836 - $1,609
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,011 - $1,806
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,359 - $2,300

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 $106 and $211.
• 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 Arlington, Virginia, for roughly five hours typically average $986.

What are the best freight companies from Arlington to Ann Arbor?

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: Arlington, VA vs Ann Arbor, MI

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Ann Arbor, side by side with Arlington 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 Arlington, VA, to Ann Arbor, MI, 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 $1,182 - $7,405 on the 525-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $986 - $3,148, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $426 - $1,108. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,022 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 University of Michigan and NSK Americas, Inc..