($122+) Arlington, VA to Wilmington, DE Movers

Full-service moving costs from Arlington, VA to Wilmington, DE

Full-service movers for the 114-mile relocation from Arlington, Virginia, to Wilmington, Delaware, cost between $576 and $4,233. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $420 - $2,800, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Arlington typically charge a base rate around $200 plus $110 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $576 - $2,711
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,141 - $3,277
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,579 - $4,233

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 Arlington to Wilmington.

Specialty moving services from Arlington, VA to Wilmington, DE

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Arlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Wilmington, 89% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Arlington to Wilmington?

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.

How much do local movers cost in Arlington, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Arlington to Wilmington with a local mover averages $1,152 - $3,309. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Arlington, VA can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Arlington, VA to Wilmington, DE

Moving containers from Arlington, Virginia, to Wilmington, Delaware, cost between $722 and $1,985. 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 Arlington typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Arlington to Wilmington:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $722 - $1,249
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $899 - $1,715
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,211 - $1,985

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 $980 in Arlington, 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 $105 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $210 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 Wilmington, DE, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Arlington to Wilmington?

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 Arlington, VA to Wilmington, DE

Plan on $120 - $260 for a rental moving truck on the 114-mile route from Arlington, Virginia, to Wilmington, Delaware. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $51 - $58
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Arlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Arlington to Wilmington based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $120 - $181
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $135 - $219
• 4+ bedrooms: $154 - $260

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Arlington, Virginia, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $980.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $51 - $58 for the 114-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $84 and $455, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $210 per night for hotel stops on the 114-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $420 - $630.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Arlington to Wilmington?

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 Arlington, VA to Wilmington, DE

For larger DIY moves from Arlington, Virginia, 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 Wilmington, Delaware.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $727 and $1,385.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $618 - $1,058
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $727 - $1,385
• 4+ bedrooms: $950 - $1,621

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Arlington, Virginia, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $980.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $105 and $210 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Arlington to Wilmington?

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. Terminal Transportation Services (4.7/5 stars): Terminal Transportation Services 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: Arlington, VA vs Wilmington, DE

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