($619+) Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL Movers
Moving from Richmond, VA, to St. Petersburg, FL, runs anywhere from $613 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,038 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 818 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,658, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $8,038 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,118 - $3,841, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $613 - $1,602.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Richmond, VA, to St. Petersburg, FL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,346 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL
Moving options from Richmond to St. Petersburg fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,346 - $5,893 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 818-mile route typically takes 2 to 7 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 818-mile route from Richmond to St. Petersburg, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,658 - $4,410, container $1,118 - $2,121, rental truck $613 - $1,156, freight trailer $965 - $1,816.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $2,346 - $5,893, container $1,509 - $2,714, rental truck $655 - $1,308, freight trailer $1,219 - $2,331.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $3,837 - $8,038, container $1,908 - $3,841, rental truck $837 - $1,602, freight trailer $1,621 - $3,043.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 818-mile move from Richmond, Virginia, to St. Petersburg, Florida, with prices running from $1,658 - $8,038. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $295 - $1,964 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Richmond and St. Petersburg are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Richmond movers tend to run around $360 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Richmond to St. Petersburg:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,658 - $4,410
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,346 - $5,893
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,837 - $8,038
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 St. Petersburg.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Virginia to Florida. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL
Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Richmond movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In St. Petersburg, 93% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing95% of local movers | $491 - $4,910 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready89% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $196 - $1,178/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $295 - $2,357 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage32% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs89% of local movers | $982 - $2,946 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,455 - $9,820 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $736 - $1,397 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items63% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $982 - $2,455 |
| Piano | Any piano type68% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $786 - $3,437 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling37% of local movers | $295 - $1,473 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect32% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: WayForth LLC | $638 - $1,964 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $295 - $14,730+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $295 - $3,437+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Richmond to St. Petersburg?
If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Professional Movers Association of Florida is a good first thing to confirm.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Richmond, VA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL
Moving containers from Richmond, Virginia, to St. Petersburg, Florida, cost between $1,118 and $3,841. 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 St. Petersburg:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,118 - $2,121
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,509 - $2,714
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,908 - $3,841
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $687 in Richmond, VA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
- Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $74 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $147 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
- Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your St. Petersburg, FL, destination before booking.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Virginia to Florida move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,118. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,509 - $2,714, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Richmond to St. Petersburg?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Richmond to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Richmond:
- Mr. Moving, LLC (4.6/5), 6 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.9/5), 0 years in business
- Heroes Moving and Storage (4.9/5), 5 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL
Renting a moving truck for the 818-mile move from Richmond, Virginia, to St. Petersburg, Florida, costs between $613 and $1,602, before these typical add-ons:
- Fuel for the drive: $256 - $292
- Daily insurance: $29/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Richmond daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Richmond to St. Petersburg based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $613 - $1,156
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $655 - $1,308
- 4+ bedrooms: $837 - $1,602
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Richmond to St. Petersburg starts at $613 - $1,602, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($256 - $292) , overnight lodging ($147/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Gas: Fuel adds $256 - $292 for the 818-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Richmond, Virginia, for about 5 hours typically costs around $687.
- Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
- Lodging: The 818-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $147 per night, adding $295 - $442 in hotel costs total.
- Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $49 and $295.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Richmond to St. Petersburg?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 St. Petersburg, FL
Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Richmond, Virginia, to St. Petersburg, Florida, 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. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,219 and $2,331.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Richmond to St. Petersburg:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $965 - $1,816
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,219 - $2,331
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,621 - $3,043
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $74 - $147 to your final bill.
- Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
- Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Richmond, Virginia, typically costs $687.
What are the best freight companies from Richmond to St. Petersburg?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- Abilene Motor Express (4.5/5 stars): Abilene Motor Express is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Richmond to St. Petersburg, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Richmond, VA vs St. Petersburg, FL
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Richmond and St. Petersburg to plan around. Cost of living index: 95 vs. 103. Average rent: $1,595/mo vs. $2,075/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 51 vs. 43. Safety index: 51.55 vs. 60.46.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our St. Petersburg, FL to Richmond, VA guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Virginia to Florida over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 104 movers in our Virginia network to compare for this 818-mile move.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 818-mile route from Richmond, VA, to St. Petersburg, FL, run $1,658 - $8,038 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,118 - $3,841, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $613 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,346, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Jabil and FADV Holdings.
FAQs: Moving from Richmond, VA, to St. Petersburg, FL
How walkable is St. Petersburg?
St. Petersburg has a walkability score of 43 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 59, compared to 51 and 51 in Richmond. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
How much does it cost to move from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL?
Costs on this route range from around $1,658 to $8,038, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,658 and $8,038, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What do local movers charge in Richmond?
Local movers based in Richmond typically start around $360 as a base rate, plus $100/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in St. Petersburg run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
How long does a move from Richmond, VA to St. Petersburg, FL take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What percentage of Richmond movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 68% of movers in Richmond handle piano moves, and 63% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
