($618+) Memphis, TN to Chesapeake, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Chesapeake, VA

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 928-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Chesapeake, Virginia, with prices running from $1,908 - $7,661. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $280 - $1,864 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Memphis and Chesapeake are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Memphis movers tend to run around $334 as a base rate plus $125/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,908 - $4,817
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,594 - $5,740
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,019 - $7,661

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 Memphis to Chesapeake.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Chesapeake, VA

Specialty needs vary by market: 41% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Chesapeake, 63% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Memphis to Chesapeake?

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 Memphis, TN to Chesapeake, VA

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Chesapeake, Virginia, cost between $1,096 and $3,703. 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 Memphis costs roughly $45/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Memphis to Chesapeake:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,096 - $2,053
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,496 - $2,737
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,936 - $3,703

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Memphis, TN and Chesapeake, VA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $652 in Memphis, TN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $70 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $140 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Memphis to Chesapeake?

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 Memphis, TN to Chesapeake, VA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 928 miles from Memphis, Tennessee, to Chesapeake, Virginia, running $618 - $1,604. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $275 - $315
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Memphis to Chesapeake based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $618 - $1,110
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $680 - $1,389
• 4+ bedrooms: $795 - $1,604

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $140 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 $61 and $303 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $275 - $315 in fuel for the 928-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $652 in Memphis, Tennessee, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis to Chesapeake?

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 Memphis, TN to Chesapeake, VA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Memphis, Tennessee, to Chesapeake, 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 $839 and $2,304.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $967 - $1,884
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,173 - $2,304
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,626 - $3,143

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $70 - $140 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for about five hours typically runs $652.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to Chesapeake?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Memphis, TN vs Chesapeake, VA

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

A move from Memphis, TN, to Chesapeake, VA, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,908 - $7,661 on the 928-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,096 - $3,703, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $618 - $1,604. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,594 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Dollar Tree and Chesapeake City Schools.