($781+) Chesapeake, VA to Tulsa, OK Movers

Full-service moving costs from Chesapeake, VA to Tulsa, OK

For the 1,329-mile move from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, full-service movers cost between $2,089 and $8,481. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $289 - $1,928 (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 Chesapeake generally start around $290 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,089 - $4,460
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,663 - $5,916
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,386 - $8,481

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 Chesapeake to Tulsa.

Specialty moving services from Chesapeake, VA to Tulsa, OK

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of Chesapeake movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tulsa, 43% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Chesapeake to Tulsa?

All three below meet the standards set by the Oklahoma Trucking Association, the group most Oklahoma movers are affiliated with.

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 Chesapeake, VA to Tulsa, OK

Moving containers from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,224 and $4,499. 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 Chesapeake runs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chesapeake to Tulsa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,224 - $2,450
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,645 - $3,317
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,255 - $4,499

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $72 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $145 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Tulsa, OK, 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 $675 in Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake to Tulsa?

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 Chesapeake, VA to Tulsa, OK

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,329 miles from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, running $781 - $2,301. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $408 - $466
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Chesapeake daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Chesapeake to Tulsa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $781 - $1,632
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $880 - $1,868
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,301

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $145 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $63 and $313 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $408 - $466 in fuel for the 1,329-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $675 in Chesapeake, Virginia, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Chesapeake to Tulsa?

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 Chesapeake, VA to Tulsa, OK

For larger DIY moves from Chesapeake, Virginia, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,263 and $2,627.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,113 - $2,075
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,263 - $2,627
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,731 - $3,671

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Chesapeake, Virginia, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $675.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $72 - $145 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 Chesapeake to Tulsa?

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: Chesapeake, VA vs Tulsa, OK

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tulsa, side by side with Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake, VA, to Tulsa, OK, 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 $2,089 - $8,481 on the 1,329-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,224 - $4,499, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $781 - $2,301. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,663 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 Imperial and Hilti.