($687+) Milwaukee, WI to Chesapeake, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Milwaukee, WI to Chesapeake, VA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,006-mile move from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Chesapeake, Virginia, with costs ranging from $2,321 - $8,477. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $283 - $1,888. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Milwaukee and Chesapeake. Local movers in Milwaukee typically start around $349 as a base rate plus $105/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,321 - $4,917
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,695 - $6,664
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,284 - $8,477

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 Milwaukee to Chesapeake.

Specialty moving services from Milwaukee, WI to Chesapeake, VA

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

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

Look for Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Virginia beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Milwaukee, WI to Chesapeake, VA

Moving containers from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Chesapeake, Virginia, cost between $1,255 and $3,902. 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 Milwaukee runs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,255 - $2,336
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,600 - $3,247
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,032 - $3,902

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Milwaukee, WI and Chesapeake, VA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $661 in Milwaukee, WI, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $71 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $142 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Milwaukee to Chesapeake?

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 Milwaukee, WI to Chesapeake, VA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,006 miles from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Chesapeake, Virginia, running $680 - $1,961. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $302 - $345
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Milwaukee daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $680 - $1,382
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $749 - $1,595
• 4+ bedrooms: $960 - $1,961

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 $71 and $330.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $142.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $302 and $345 for the 1,006-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 $661 for 2 movers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Milwaukee, WI to Chesapeake, VA

If you're moving a larger household from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 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 Chesapeake, Virginia.

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 $1,192 and $2,447.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,119 - $2,101
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,192 - $2,447
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,761 - $3,286

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $661.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $71 and $142 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Milwaukee to Chesapeake?

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.
3. Star Line Trucking Or Star Line (4.46/5 stars): Star Line Trucking Or Star Line is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Milwaukee, WI vs Chesapeake, VA

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