($239+) Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD Movers

Full-service moving costs from Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

Full-service movers for the 200-mile relocation from Norfolk, Virginia, to Washington DC, Maryland, cost between $837 and $5,341. 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 $345 - $2,300, 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 Norfolk typically charge a base rate around $220 plus $89 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $837 - $3,313
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,425 - $3,875
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,900 - $5,341

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 Norfolk to Washington DC.

Specialty moving services from Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Norfolk movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Washington DC, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Norfolk to Washington DC?

Maryland Motor Truck Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Maryland, 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.

How much do local movers cost in Norfolk, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Norfolk to Washington DC with a local mover averages $1,425 - $3,875. Working with a local mover based in Norfolk, VA often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

Moving containers from Norfolk, Virginia, to Washington DC, Maryland, cost between $800 and $2,551. 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 Norfolk typically runs around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $800 - $1,404
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $998 - $1,904
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,377 - $2,551

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 $805 in Norfolk, VA. 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 $86 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $173 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 Washington DC, MD, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Norfolk to Washington DC?

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 Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

Truck rentals from Norfolk, Virginia, to Washington DC, Maryland, range from $244 - $610 for the 200-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $73 - $84
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Norfolk daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $244 - $405
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $252 - $503
• 4+ bedrooms: $317 - $610

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 $86 and $403.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $173.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $73 and $84 for the 200-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 $805 for 2 movers in Norfolk, Virginia, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Norfolk to Washington DC?

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 Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

For larger DIY moves from Norfolk, Virginia, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Washington DC, Maryland.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $808 and $1,570.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $720 - $1,238
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $808 - $1,570
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,146 - $2,001

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 $86 - $173 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 Norfolk, Virginia, typically costs $805.

What are the best freight companies from Norfolk to Washington DC?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Norfolk, VA vs Washington DC, MD

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