($745+) Minneapolis, MN to Arlington, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Arlington, VA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,116-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Arlington, Virginia, with costs ranging from $2,436 - $8,528. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $389 - $2,596. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Minneapolis and Arlington. Local movers in Minneapolis typically start around $240 as a base rate plus $109/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,436 - $5,593
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,842 - $6,739
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,699 - $8,528

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 Minneapolis to Arlington.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Arlington, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Minneapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Arlington, 94% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Minneapolis to Arlington?

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1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Minneapolis, MN to Arlington, VA

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Arlington, Virginia, cost between $1,227 and $4,469. 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 Minneapolis typically costs about $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Minneapolis to Arlington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,227 - $2,432
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,645 - $3,288
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,113 - $4,469

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $97 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $195 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $909 in Minneapolis, MN, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Arlington, VA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Minneapolis to Arlington?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Arlington, VA

Plan on $760 - $1,991 for a rental moving truck on the 1,116-mile route from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Arlington, Virginia. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $461 - $527
• Daily insurance: $39/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Minneapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Minneapolis to Arlington based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $760 - $1,419
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $806 - $1,737
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,033 - $1,991

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $195 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Minneapolis, Minnesota, usually costs about $909 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,116-mile drive falls between $461 and $527, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $65 and $389 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Minneapolis to Arlington?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Arlington, VA

If you're moving a larger household from Minneapolis, Minnesota, 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 Arlington, 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 $1,302 and $2,708.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,115 - $1,999
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,302 - $2,708
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,690 - $3,576

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 $97 - $195 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota, typically costs $909.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Arlington?

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. T.A. Dedicated, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): T.A. Dedicated, Inc. 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: Minneapolis, MN vs Arlington, VA

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