($959+) Richmond, VA to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Richmond, VA to Fargo, ND

For the 1,439-mile move from Richmond, Virginia, to Fargo, North Dakota, full-service movers cost between $2,149 and $9,120. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $280 - $1,868 (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 Richmond generally start around $360 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,149 - $4,923
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,740 - $6,793
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,164 - $9,120

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 Richmond to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Richmond, VA to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Richmond movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Fargo, 50% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Richmond to Fargo?

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.

Moving container costs from Richmond, VA to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Richmond, Virginia, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,440 and $4,961. 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 Richmond typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Richmond to Fargo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,440 - $2,586
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,730 - $3,871
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,525 - $4,961

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Richmond, VA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $654, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $70 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $140 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Richmond, VA, and Fargo, ND, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Richmond to Fargo?

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 Richmond, VA to Fargo, ND

Renting a moving truck for the 1,439-mile move from Richmond, Virginia, to Fargo, North Dakota, costs between $877 and $2,492, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $428 - $489
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Richmond daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Richmond to Fargo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $877 - $1,698
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $968 - $2,040
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,307 - $2,492

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $428 - $489 for the 1,439-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 Richmond, Virginia, for about 5 hours typically costs around $654.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,439-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $140 per night, adding $280 - $420 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $47 and $280.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Richmond to Fargo?

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 Richmond, VA to Fargo, ND

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Richmond, Virginia, to Fargo, North Dakota, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,486 and $2,949.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,270 - $2,400
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,486 - $2,949
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,020 - $3,930

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 $70 - $140 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 Richmond, Virginia, typically costs $654.

What are the best freight companies from Richmond to Fargo?

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.
3. Abilene Motor Express (4.5/5 stars): Abilene Motor Express is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Richmond, VA vs Fargo, ND

Day-to-day costs in Fargo are close to what you're used to in Richmond: cost of living index of 91 versus 95, with average rent of $1,055/mo compared to $1,595/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 51/100 and 51.55/100 in Richmond versus 45/100 and 56.17/100 in Fargo.