($824+) Minneapolis, MN to Chesapeake, VA Movers

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

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,321-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Chesapeake, Virginia, with costs ranging from $2,344 - $10,036. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $317 - $2,116. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Minneapolis and Chesapeake. 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 Chesapeake:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,344 - $5,536
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,094 - $6,749
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,389 - $10,036

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 Chesapeake.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Chesapeake, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, MN to Chesapeake, VA

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Chesapeake, Virginia, cost between $1,382 and $4,863. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Minneapolis typically runs around $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,382 - $2,649
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,694 - $3,555
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,417 - $4,863

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 Minneapolis, MN, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $741, 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 $79 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $159 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Minneapolis, MN, and Chesapeake, 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, MN to Chesapeake, VA

A rental truck for this 1,321-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Chesapeake, Virginia, costs between $849 and $2,236. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $445 - $508
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• 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 Chesapeake based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $849 - $1,688
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $927 - $2,026
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,108 - $2,236

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $159 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $69 and $344 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $445 - $508 in fuel for the 1,321-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $741 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, MN to Chesapeake, VA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Chesapeake, 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 $952 and $2,788.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,243 - $2,249
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,328 - $2,788
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,915 - $3,778

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $79 and $159.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for roughly five hours typically average $741.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Chesapeake?

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

Minneapolis and Chesapeake land in a similar range on everyday costs. The cost of living index sits at 107 in Minneapolis and 104 in Chesapeake, and rent tracks closely too ($1,484/mo vs. $1,800/mo). You likely won't need to rework your monthly budget much after this move. Walkability (71 vs 21) and safety scores (43.94 vs 70.88) come out about the same too.