($959+) Amarillo, TX to Norfolk, VA Movers

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

Full-service movers for the 1,639-mile relocation from Amarillo, Texas, to Norfolk, Virginia, cost between $2,173 and $10,239. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $242 - $1,616, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Amarillo typically charge a base rate around $400 plus $224 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,173 - $4,872
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,095 - $6,674
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,356 - $10,239

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 Amarillo to Norfolk.

Specialty moving services from Amarillo, TX to Norfolk, VA

Specialty needs vary by market: 50% of Amarillo 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 Amarillo to Norfolk?

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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 Amarillo, TX to Norfolk, VA

Moving containers from Amarillo, Texas, to Norfolk, Virginia, cost between $1,402 and $4,791. 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 Amarillo typically costs about $65/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,402 - $2,718
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,902 - $3,913
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,469 - $4,791

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 Amarillo, TX, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $566, 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 $61 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $121 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Amarillo, TX, 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 Amarillo 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 Amarillo, TX to Norfolk, VA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,639 miles from Amarillo, Texas, to Norfolk, Virginia, running $959 - $2,682. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $421 - $482
• Daily insurance: $24/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $16
• Amarillo daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $959 - $1,917
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,091 - $2,084
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,348 - $2,682

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $421 - $482 for the 1,639-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Amarillo, Texas, for about 5 hours typically costs around $566.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,639-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $121 per night, adding $242 - $364 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $40 and $242.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Amarillo 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 Amarillo, TX to Norfolk, VA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Amarillo, Texas, to Norfolk, 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 $727 and $3,011.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,249 - $2,303
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,507 - $3,011
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,015 - $4,032

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 Amarillo, Texas, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $566.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $61 and $121 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Amarillo 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: Amarillo, 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 Amarillo 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

For a move from Amarillo, TX, to Norfolk, VA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,173 for a studio to $10,239 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,639-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,402 - $4,791. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $959 - $2,682, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,095 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

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