($1,655+) Irvine, CA to Virginia Beach, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Virginia Beach, VA

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,720-mile move from Irvine, California, to Virginia Beach, Virginia, with prices running from $1,300 - $12,043. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $423 - $2,820 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Irvine and Virginia Beach are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Irvine movers tend to run around $197 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Irvine to Virginia Beach:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,300 - $6,202
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,094 - $8,428
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,245 - $12,043

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 Irvine to Virginia Beach.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Virginia Beach, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Virginia Beach, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Virginia beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Irvine, CA to Virginia Beach, VA

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Virginia Beach, Virginia, cost between $2,047 and $6,960. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Virginia Beach. If you go over that window, storage in Irvine adds around $110/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,047 - $3,824
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,551 - $5,107
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,410 - $6,960

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 $987 in Irvine, CA. 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 $106 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $212 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 Virginia Beach, VA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Irvine to Virginia Beach?

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 Irvine, CA to Virginia Beach, VA

Plan on $1,497 - $4,239 for a rental moving truck on the 2,720-mile route from Irvine, California, to Virginia Beach, Virginia. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,220 - $1,395
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,497 - $3,054
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,723 - $3,491
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,092 - $4,239

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $1,220 - $1,395 for the 2,720-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 Irvine, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $987.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,720-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $212 per night, adding $423 - $635 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $71 and $423.

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

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 Irvine, CA to Virginia Beach, VA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Irvine, California, to Virginia Beach, 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 $1,269 and $4,387.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,824 - $3,578
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,164 - $4,387
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,785 - $5,978

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $106 and $212.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Irvine, California, for roughly five hours typically average $987.

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

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Irvine, CA vs Virginia Beach, VA

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