($290+) Durham, NC to Arlington, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Durham, NC to Arlington, VA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 255-mile move from Durham, North Carolina, to Arlington, Virginia, with costs ranging from $871 - $5,640. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $375 - $2,500. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Durham and Arlington. Local movers in Durham typically start around $240 as a base rate plus $122/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $871 - $3,427
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,421 - $4,283
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,957 - $5,640

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 Durham to Arlington.

Specialty moving services from Durham, NC to Arlington, VA

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Durham movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Arlington, 70% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Durham to Arlington?

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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.

How much do local movers cost in Durham, NC?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Durham to Arlington with a local mover averages $1,365 - $4,112. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC to Arlington, VA

Moving containers from Durham, North Carolina, to Arlington, Virginia, cost between $863 and $2,485. 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 Durham runs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Durham to Arlington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $863 - $1,447
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,040 - $2,087
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,329 - $2,485

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 Durham, NC, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $875, 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 $94 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $188 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Durham, NC, and Arlington, 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 Durham to Arlington?

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 Durham, NC to Arlington, VA

A rental truck for this 255-mile move from Durham, North Carolina, to Arlington, Virginia, costs between $290 and $737. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $101 - $116
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Durham daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Durham to Arlington based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $290 - $544
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $293 - $583
• 4+ bedrooms: $362 - $737

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $188 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Durham, North Carolina, usually costs about $875 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 255-mile drive falls between $101 and $116, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $63 and $375 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Durham to Arlington?

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 Durham, NC to Arlington, VA

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Durham, North Carolina, to Arlington, Virginia. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $849 and $1,637.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $733 - $1,328
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $849 - $1,637
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,141 - $1,927

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 Durham, North Carolina, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $875.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $94 and $188 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Durham to Arlington?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Durham, NC vs Arlington, VA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Arlington, side by side with Durham 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 Durham, NC, to Arlington, VA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $871 for a studio to $5,640 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 255-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $863 - $2,485. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $290 - $737, 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 $1,421 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 U.S. Department of Defense and Safran.