($875+) Minneapolis, MN to Norfolk, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Norfolk, VA

For the 1,310-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Norfolk, Virginia, full-service movers cost between $2,462 and $9,746. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $302 - $2,012 (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 Minneapolis generally start around $240 plus $109 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,462 - $5,590
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,942 - $7,241
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,232 - $9,746

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 Minneapolis to Norfolk.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Norfolk, VA

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Norfolk?

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 Minneapolis, MN to Norfolk, VA

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Norfolk, Virginia, cost between $1,315 and $4,770. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Minneapolis typically costs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,315 - $2,573
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,747 - $3,485
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,370 - $4,770

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 $704 in Minneapolis, MN. 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 $75 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $151 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 Norfolk, VA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, MN to Norfolk, VA

Plan on $858 - $2,425 for a rental moving truck on the 1,310-mile route from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Norfolk, Virginia. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $419 - $479
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Minneapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $858 - $1,558
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $890 - $1,911
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,201 - $2,425

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $151 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 $65 and $327 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $419 - $479 in fuel for the 1,310-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $704 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, MN to Norfolk, VA

If you're moving a larger household from Minneapolis, Minnesota, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Norfolk, Virginia.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,342 and $2,675.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,170 - $2,317
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,342 - $2,675
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,934 - $3,554

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 $75 - $151 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota, typically costs $704.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Norfolk?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. T.A. Dedicated, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): T.A. Dedicated, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis 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.