($221+) Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD Movers

Full-service moving costs from Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 200-mile move from Norfolk, Virginia, to Washington DC, Maryland, with prices running from $758 - $4,602. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $345 - $2,300 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Norfolk and Washington DC are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Norfolk movers tend to run around $220 as a base rate plus $89/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $758 - $2,941
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,280 - $3,617
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,653 - $4,602

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 Washington DC.

Specialty moving services from Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of Norfolk movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Washington DC, 70% of movers offer the same service.

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

Maryland Motor Truck Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Maryland, 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.

How much do local movers cost in Norfolk, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Norfolk to Washington DC with a local mover averages $1,344 - $3,797. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Norfolk, VA can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Norfolk, VA to Washington DC, MD

Moving containers from Norfolk, Virginia, to Washington DC, Maryland, cost between $778 and $2,198. 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 Norfolk costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $778 - $1,378
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,021 - $1,814
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,273 - $2,198

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $86 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $173 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $805 in Norfolk, VA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Washington DC, MD, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Norfolk to Washington DC?

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 Washington DC, MD

A rental truck for this 200-mile move from Norfolk, Virginia, to Washington DC, Maryland, costs between $221 and $553. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $73 - $84
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• 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 Washington DC based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $221 - $394
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $235 - $489
• 4+ bedrooms: $293 - $553

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $173 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 $805 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 200-mile drive falls between $73 and $84, 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 $58 and $345 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Norfolk to Washington DC?

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 Washington DC, MD

For larger DIY moves from Norfolk, 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 Washington DC, Maryland.

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 $770 and $1,555.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $679 - $1,252
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $770 - $1,555
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,050 - $1,869

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 $86 - $173 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 Norfolk, Virginia, typically costs $805.

What are the best freight companies from Norfolk to Washington DC?

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: Norfolk, VA vs Washington DC, MD

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Washington DC, 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.

Our take

Full-service movers on the 200-mile route from Norfolk, VA, to Washington DC, MD, run $758 - $4,602 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $778 - $2,198, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $221 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $1,280, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Department of Homeland Security and US Navy.