($1,545+) Norfolk, VA to Irvine, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Norfolk, VA to Irvine, CA

Hiring full-service movers from Norfolk, Virginia, to Irvine, California, costs between $2,429 and $11,812. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,712-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $362 - $2,412, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Norfolk and Irvine. For a rough baseline, movers based in Norfolk tend to start around $220 plus $89/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,429 - $5,603
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,624 - $7,547
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,177 - $11,812

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 Norfolk to Irvine.

Specialty moving services from Norfolk, VA to Irvine, CA

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

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

California Moving & Storage Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in California, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Norfolk, VA to Irvine, CA

Moving containers from Norfolk, Virginia, to Irvine, California, cost between $1,927 and $7,179. 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 Norfolk typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,927 - $3,671
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,551 - $5,591
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,410 - $7,179

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 $844 in Norfolk, VA. 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 $90 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $181 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 Irvine, CA, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Norfolk to Irvine?

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 Norfolk, VA to Irvine, CA

Plan on $1,513 - $4,239 for a rental moving truck on the 2,712-mile route from Norfolk, Virginia, to Irvine, California. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,041 - $1,189
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Norfolk daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,513 - $2,931
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,706 - $3,745
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,071 - $4,239

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $181 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Norfolk, Virginia, usually costs about $844 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,712-mile drive falls between $1,041 and $1,189, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $60 and $362 to your total.

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

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 Norfolk, VA to Irvine, CA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Norfolk, Virginia, to Irvine, California. 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 $1,085 and $4,516.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,770 - $3,338
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,061 - $4,516
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,699 - $5,802

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 $90 and $181.
• 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 Norfolk, Virginia, for roughly five hours typically average $844.

What are the best freight companies from Norfolk to Irvine?

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.
3. Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Norfolk, VA vs Irvine, CA

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