($935+) Austin, TX to Norfolk, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Austin, TX to Norfolk, VA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,520-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Norfolk, Virginia, with costs ranging from $2,104 - $9,650. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $341 - $2,276. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Austin and Norfolk. Local movers in Austin typically start around $191 as a base rate plus $90/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,104 - $4,917
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,984 - $6,512
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,139 - $9,650

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 Austin to Norfolk.

Specialty moving services from Austin, TX to Norfolk, VA

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Austin movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Norfolk, 63% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Austin, TX to Norfolk, VA

Moving containers from Austin, Texas, to Norfolk, Virginia, cost between $1,390 and $4,672. 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 Austin costs roughly $80/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,390 - $2,504
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,760 - $3,749
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,347 - $4,672

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 $797 in Austin, TX. 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 $85 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $171 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 Norfolk, VA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Austin to Norfolk?

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 Austin, TX to Norfolk, VA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,520 miles from Austin, Texas, to Norfolk, Virginia, running $935 - $2,580. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $550 - $629
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Austin daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Austin to Norfolk based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $935 - $1,723
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,012 - $1,968
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,224 - $2,580

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 $85 and $398.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $171.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $550 and $629 for the 1,520-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 $797 for 2 movers in Austin, Texas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Austin, TX to Norfolk, VA

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Austin, Texas, to Norfolk, Virginia, 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 $1,478 and $2,885.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,251 - $2,369
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,478 - $2,885
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,896 - $3,776

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 $85 - $171 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 Austin, Texas, typically costs $797.

What are the best freight companies from Austin to Norfolk?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Austin, TX vs Norfolk, VA

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

How you handle your interstate move from Austin, TX, to Norfolk, VA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,104 - $9,650 on the 1,520-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,390 - $4,672 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $935 - $2,580 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,984 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include CMA CGM and Norfolk Southern Railway.