($464+) Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA Movers
Moving from Manchester, NH, to Virginia Beach, VA, runs anywhere from $464 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,454 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 610 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 1 to 6 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,585, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,454 or more.
- Moving containers run $952 - $3,294, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $464 - $1,217.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Manchester, NH, to Virginia Beach, VA. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,439 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA
There are 3 main ways to move from Manchester to Virginia Beach: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,439 - $6,068. Moving containers run about 45% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 79% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 1 to 6 days for this 610-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 610-mile route from Manchester to Virginia Beach, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,585 - $4,570 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($952 - $1,878), rental truck ($464 - $909), or freight trailer ($938 - $1,562). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,439 - $6,068 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $8,454.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 610-mile move from Manchester, New Hampshire, to Virginia Beach, Virginia, with costs ranging from $1,585 - $8,454. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $326 - $2,172. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Manchester and Virginia Beach. Local movers in Manchester typically start around $682 as a base rate plus $210/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Manchester to Virginia Beach:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,585 - $4,570
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,439 - $6,068
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,162 - $8,454
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 Manchester to Virginia Beach.
Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
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Specialty moving services from Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA
Specialty needs vary by market: 73% of Manchester movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Virginia Beach, 62% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing79% of local movers | $543 - $5,430 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready73% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Trend Moving & Storage | $217 - $1,303/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $326 - $2,606 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage6% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs43% of local movers | $1,086 - $3,258 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,715 - $10,860 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $813 - $1,545 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items22% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: College Bound Movers | $1,086 - $2,715 |
| Piano | Any piano type42% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Trend Moving & Storage | $869 - $3,801 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling8% of local movers | $326 - $1,629 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect9% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Liberty Bell Moving & Storage, Inc | $706 - $2,172 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $326 - $16,290+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $326 - $3,801+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Manchester to Virginia Beach?
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Manchester, NH. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA
Moving containers from Manchester, New Hampshire, to Virginia Beach, Virginia, cost between $952 and $3,294. 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 Manchester adds around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Manchester to Virginia Beach:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $952 - $1,878
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,335 - $2,499
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,681 - $3,294
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $81 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $163 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Virginia Beach, VA, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $760 in Manchester, NH. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a New Hampshire to Virginia move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $952. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,335 - $2,499.
What are the best moving containers Manchester to Virginia Beach?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Manchester to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Manchester:
- College Bound Movers (4.7/5), 34 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.9/5), 16 years in business
- Boston Best Rate Movers (4.7/5), 21 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA
Truck rentals from Manchester, New Hampshire, to Virginia Beach, Virginia, range from $464 - $1,217 for the 610-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $211 - $241
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Manchester daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Manchester to Virginia Beach based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $464 - $909
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $511 - $987
- 4+ bedrooms: $656 - $1,217
Pro tip: The base rate of $464 - $1,217 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Manchester to Virginia Beach. Fuel ($211 - $241), lodging at around $163/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $163 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 $71 and $353 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $211 - $241 in fuel for the 610-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $760 in Manchester, New Hampshire, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Manchester to Virginia Beach?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA
For larger DIY moves from Manchester, New Hampshire, 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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 $1,017 and $2,059.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Manchester to Virginia Beach:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $938 - $1,562
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,017 - $2,059
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,399 - $2,687
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Manchester, New Hampshire, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $760.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $81 - $163 per additional foot to your total.
- Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.
What are the best freight companies from Manchester to Virginia Beach?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Manchester to Virginia Beach. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Manchester, NH vs Virginia Beach, VA
Day-to-day costs in Virginia Beach are close to what you're used to in Manchester: cost of living index of 105 versus 111, with average rent of $1,950/mo compared to $2,004/mo. With an index gap that small, budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 51/100 and 43.91/100 in Manchester versus 33/100 and 58.0/100 in Virginia Beach.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Virginia Beach, VA to Manchester, NH guide.
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Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Manchester, NH, to Virginia Beach, VA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,585 - $8,454 on the 610-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $952 - $3,294 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $464 - $1,217 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,439 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Stihl and Navy Exchange.
FAQs: Moving from Manchester, NH, to Virginia Beach, VA
What is the best time of year to move from Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Virginia also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Virginia?
In addition to filing tariffs and complying with insurance, bond, and highway safety requirements, all intrastate moving companies in Virginia must have a certificate from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (VaDMV).
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($211 - $241), daily insurance ($33/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $22) on top. Overnight stops can add another $163/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How walkable is Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach has a walkability score of 33 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 42, compared to 51 and 42 in Manchester. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
How much does it cost to move from Manchester, NH to Virginia Beach, VA?
Costs on this route range from around $464 to $8,454, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,585 and $8,454, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What percentage of Manchester movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 42% of movers in Manchester handle piano moves, and 22% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.