($460+) Atlanta, GA to Norfolk, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Atlanta, GA to Norfolk, VA

For the 565-mile move from Atlanta, Georgia, to Norfolk, Virginia, full-service movers cost between $1,350 and $8,762. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $313 - $2,084 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Atlanta generally start around $216 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,350 - $4,009
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,304 - $5,496
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,061 - $8,762

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 Atlanta to Norfolk.

Specialty moving services from Atlanta, GA to Norfolk, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Atlanta movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Norfolk, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association, the group most Virginia movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Atlanta, GA to Norfolk, VA

Moving containers from Atlanta, Georgia, to Norfolk, Virginia, cost between $1,036 and $3,354. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Atlanta costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,036 - $1,755
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,263 - $2,652
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,702 - $3,354

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $78 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $156 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 $729 in Atlanta, GA, 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 Norfolk, VA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Atlanta to Norfolk?

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 Atlanta, GA to Norfolk, VA

Truck rentals from Atlanta, Georgia, to Norfolk, Virginia, range from $446 - $1,286 for the 565-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $187 - $214
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Atlanta daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $446 - $821
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $516 - $1,005
• 4+ bedrooms: $631 - $1,286

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $156 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $68 and $339 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $187 - $214 in fuel for the 565-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $729 in Atlanta, Georgia, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Atlanta to Norfolk?

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 Atlanta, GA to Norfolk, VA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Atlanta, Georgia, to Norfolk, 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 $938 and $1,919.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $923 - $1,727
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,064 - $1,919
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,376 - $2,527

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 $78 and $156.
• 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 Atlanta, Georgia, for roughly five hours typically average $729.

What are the best freight companies from Atlanta to Norfolk?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. Bennett Motor Express, LLC (4.7/5 stars): Bennett Motor Express, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Atlanta, GA vs Norfolk, VA

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