($192+) Chesapeake, VA to Durham, NC Movers

Full-service moving costs from Chesapeake, VA to Durham, NC

For the 186-mile move from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Durham, North Carolina, full-service movers cost between $757 and $4,428. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $306 - $2,040 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Chesapeake generally start around $290 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $757 - $3,004
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,199 - $3,681
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,685 - $4,428

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 Chesapeake to Durham.

Specialty moving services from Chesapeake, VA to Durham, NC

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of Chesapeake movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Durham, 59% of movers offer the same service.

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

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in North Carolina Movers Association is a good first thing to confirm.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

How much do local movers cost in Chesapeake, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Chesapeake to Durham with a local mover averages $1,222 - $3,754. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Chesapeake, VA often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Chesapeake, VA to Durham, NC

Moving containers from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Durham, North Carolina, cost between $718 and $2,134. 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 Durham. If you go over that window, storage in Chesapeake adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $718 - $1,295
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,001 - $1,807
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,247 - $2,134

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $77 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $153 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Durham, NC, 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 $714 in Chesapeake, VA. 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.

What are the best moving containers Chesapeake to Durham?

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 Chesapeake, VA to Durham, NC

Truck rentals from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Durham, North Carolina, range from $192 - $486 for the 186-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $60 - $69
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Chesapeake daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $192 - $366
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $209 - $408
• 4+ bedrooms: $255 - $486

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $60 - $69 for the 186-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Chesapeake, Virginia, for about 5 hours typically costs around $714.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 186-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $153 per night, adding $306 - $459 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $51 and $306.

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

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 Chesapeake, VA to Durham, NC

For larger DIY moves from Chesapeake, 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 Durham, North Carolina.

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 $778 and $1,402.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $674 - $1,201
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $778 - $1,402
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,058 - $1,743

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 $77 and $153.
• 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 Chesapeake, Virginia, for roughly five hours typically average $714.

What are the best freight companies from Chesapeake to Durham?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Chesapeake, VA vs Durham, NC

Day-to-day costs in Durham are close to what you're used to in Chesapeake: cost of living index of 99 versus 104, with average rent of $1,699/mo compared to $1,800/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 21/100 and 70.88/100 in Chesapeake versus 30/100 and 45.28/100 in Durham.

Our take

A move from Chesapeake, VA, to Durham, NC, 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 $757 - $4,428 on the 186-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $718 - $2,134, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $192 - $486. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,199 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Durham tend to point to low cost of living and quality education, though terrible traffic and high crime rate come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Duke University & Duke Univ. Health System and IBM.