($273+) Virginia Beach, VA to Greensboro, NC Movers

Full-service moving costs from Virginia Beach, VA to Greensboro, NC

Hiring full-service movers from Virginia Beach, Virginia, to Greensboro, North Carolina, costs between $924 and $5,586. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 253-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $290 - $1,932, 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 Virginia Beach and Greensboro. For a rough baseline, movers based in Virginia Beach tend to start around $183 plus $97/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 Virginia Beach to Greensboro:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $924 - $3,394
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,379 - $4,324
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,900 - $5,586

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 Virginia Beach to Greensboro.

Specialty moving services from Virginia Beach, VA to Greensboro, NC

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Virginia Beach movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Greensboro, 61% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Virginia Beach to Greensboro?

Movers licensed to operate in North Carolina are typically members of the North Carolina Movers 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 Virginia Beach, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Virginia Beach to Greensboro with a local mover averages $1,366 - $4,281. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA to Greensboro, NC

Moving containers from Virginia Beach, Virginia, to Greensboro, North Carolina, cost between $789 and $2,510. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Virginia Beach runs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Virginia Beach to Greensboro:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $789 - $1,447
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,029 - $2,047
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,454 - $2,510

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $72 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $145 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 $676 in Virginia Beach, VA, 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 Greensboro, NC, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Virginia Beach to Greensboro?

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 Virginia Beach, VA to Greensboro, NC

Renting a moving truck for the 253-mile move from Virginia Beach, Virginia, to Greensboro, North Carolina, costs between $273 and $722, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $78 - $89
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Virginia Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Virginia Beach to Greensboro based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $273 - $508
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $302 - $626
• 4+ bedrooms: $381 - $722

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 $72 and $338.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $145.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $78 and $89 for the 253-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 $676 for 2 movers in Virginia Beach, Virginia, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Virginia Beach to Greensboro?

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 Virginia Beach, VA to Greensboro, NC

For larger DIY moves from Virginia Beach, 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 Greensboro, North Carolina.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $841 and $1,685.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Virginia Beach to Greensboro:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $740 - $1,380
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $841 - $1,685
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,130 - $2,008

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $72 - $145 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Virginia Beach, Virginia, for about five hours typically runs $676.

What are the best freight companies from Virginia Beach to Greensboro?

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.

Cost of living: Virginia Beach, VA vs Greensboro, NC

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

A move from Virginia Beach, VA, to Greensboro, NC, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $924 - $5,586 on the 253-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $789 - $2,510, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $273 - $722. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,379 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Greensboro tend to point to bountiful arts and recreational activities and delicious food, though miserable weather and boredom come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Guilford County Schools and Cone Health.