($360+) Yonkers, NY to Richmond, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Yonkers, NY to Richmond, VA

Hiring full-service movers from Yonkers, New York, to Richmond, Virginia, costs between $1,018 and $6,210. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 355-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $397 - $2,644, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Yonkers and Richmond. For a rough baseline, movers based in Yonkers tend to start around $322 plus $132/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,018 - $3,445
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,605 - $4,188
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,647 - $6,210

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 Yonkers to Richmond.

Specialty moving services from Yonkers, NY to Richmond, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Yonkers 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 Yonkers to Richmond?

Movers licensed to operate in Virginia are typically members of the Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining 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 Yonkers, NY?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Yonkers to Richmond with a local mover averages $1,653 - $4,313. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Yonkers, NY can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Yonkers, NY to Richmond, VA

Moving containers from Yonkers, New York, to Richmond, Virginia, cost between $963 and $2,820. 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 Yonkers typically runs around $185/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $963 - $1,659
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,220 - $2,216
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,599 - $2,820

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $99 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $198 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 $925 in Yonkers, NY, 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 Richmond, VA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Yonkers 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 Yonkers, NY to Richmond, VA

Renting a moving truck for the 355-mile move from Yonkers, New York, to Richmond, Virginia, costs between $364 and $887, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $149 - $171
• Daily insurance: $40/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Yonkers daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.59 - $1.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $364 - $664
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $368 - $773
• 4+ bedrooms: $494 - $887

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Yonkers, New York, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $925.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $149 - $171 for the 355-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 $79 and $430, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $198 per night for hotel stops on the 355-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $397 - $595.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Yonkers 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 Yonkers, NY to Richmond, VA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Yonkers, New York, 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 $1,190 and $1,826.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $808 - $1,433
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $909 - $1,826
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,228 - $2,371

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 $99 - $198 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 Yonkers, New York, typically costs $925.

What are the best freight companies from Yonkers to Richmond?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Advanced Cargo Transportation, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Advanced Cargo Transportation, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Yonkers, NY 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 Yonkers 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.