($435+) Manchester, NH to Norfolk, VA Movers

Compare moving options from Manchester, NH to Norfolk, VA

Moving options from Manchester to Norfolk fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $2,458 - $6,056 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 49% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 80% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 610 miles and typically takes 1 to 6 days.

Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 610-mile route from Manchester to Norfolk, broken down by home size:

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 12, 2026.

Full-service moving costs from Manchester, NH to Norfolk, VA

Hiring full-service movers from Manchester, New Hampshire, to Norfolk, Virginia, costs between $1,474 and $9,057. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 610-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $309 - $2,060, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Manchester and Norfolk. For a rough baseline, movers based in Manchester tend to start around $682 plus $210/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,474 - $4,292
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,458 - $6,056
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,452 - $9,057

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 Manchester to Norfolk.

Specialty moving services from Manchester, NH to Norfolk, VA

Specialty needs vary by market: 72% of Manchester 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 Manchester to Norfolk?

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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 Manchester, NH to Norfolk, VA

Moving containers from Manchester, New Hampshire, to Norfolk, Virginia, cost between $970 and $3,002. 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 Manchester costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $970 - $1,714
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,257 - $2,542
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,761 - $3,002

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 Manchester, NH, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $721, 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 $77 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $155 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Manchester, NH, and Norfolk, VA, 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 Manchester 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 Manchester, NH to Norfolk, VA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 610 miles from Manchester, New Hampshire, to Norfolk, Virginia, running $435 - $1,202. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $200 - $228
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Manchester daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $435 - $856
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $480 - $996
• 4+ bedrooms: $648 - $1,202

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 $77 and $361.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $155.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $200 and $228 for the 610-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 $721 for 2 movers in Manchester, New Hampshire, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Manchester 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 Manchester, NH to Norfolk, VA

If you're moving a larger household from Manchester, New Hampshire, 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 Norfolk, Virginia.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,015 and $1,917.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $926 - $1,639
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,015 - $1,917
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,342 - $2,427

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 Manchester, New Hampshire, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $721.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $77 and $155 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Manchester to Norfolk?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Manchester, NH 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 Manchester 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

Full-service movers on the 610-mile route from Manchester, NH, to Norfolk, VA, run $1,474 - $9,057 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $970 - $3,002, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $435 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,458, 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 CMA CGM and Norfolk Southern Railway.