($1,448+) Irvine, CA to Richmond, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Richmond, VA

For the 2,613-mile move from Irvine, California, to Richmond, Virginia, full-service movers cost between $1,389 and $12,688. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $411 - $2,740 (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 Irvine generally start around $197 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,389 - $6,445
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,975 - $7,870
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,401 - $12,688

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 Irvine to Richmond.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Richmond, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Richmond, 89% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Irvine to Richmond?

Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Virginia, on top of the picks below.

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 Irvine, CA to Richmond, VA

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Richmond, Virginia, cost between $1,902 and $7,280. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Irvine typically costs about $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irvine to Richmond:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,902 - $3,580
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,618 - $5,191
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,364 - $7,280

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 $959 in Irvine, CA. 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 $103 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $206 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 Richmond, VA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Irvine to Richmond?

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 Irvine, CA to Richmond, VA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,613 miles from Irvine, California, to Richmond, Virginia, running $1,509 - $4,354. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,139 - $1,302
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $27
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Irvine to Richmond based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,509 - $2,922
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,601 - $3,620
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,064 - $4,354

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Irvine, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $959.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $1,139 - $1,302 for the 2,613-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $82 and $445, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $206 per night for hotel stops on the 2,613-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $411 - $617.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine to Richmond?

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 Irvine, CA to Richmond, VA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Irvine, California, to Richmond, Virginia. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,233 and $4,405.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,730 - $3,357
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,933 - $4,405
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,747 - $5,424

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Irvine, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $959.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $103 - $206 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 Irvine to Richmond?

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.
3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling 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.

Cost of living: Irvine, CA vs Richmond, VA

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