($1,010+) Cheyenne, WY to Arlington, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Cheyenne, WY to Arlington, VA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,645-mile move from Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Arlington, Virginia, with costs ranging from $2,801 - $11,030. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $377 - $2,512. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Cheyenne and Arlington. Local movers in Cheyenne typically start around $290 as a base rate plus $99/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,801 - $5,922
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,649 - $7,703
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,312 - $11,030

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 Cheyenne to Arlington.

Specialty moving services from Cheyenne, WY to Arlington, VA

Specialty needs vary by market: 86% of Cheyenne movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Arlington, 70% of movers offer the same service.

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

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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.

Moving container costs from Cheyenne, WY to Arlington, VA

Moving containers from Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Arlington, Virginia, cost between $1,447 and $5,051. 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 Arlington. If you go over that window, storage in Cheyenne adds around $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,447 - $2,670
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,944 - $3,809
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,549 - $5,051

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Cheyenne, WY and Arlington, VA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $879 in Cheyenne, WY, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $94 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $188 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Cheyenne to Arlington?

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 Cheyenne, WY to Arlington, VA

Plan on $1,010 - $2,578 for a rental moving truck on the 1,645-mile route from Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Arlington, Virginia. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $657 - $751
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Cheyenne daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,010 - $1,828
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,083 - $2,242
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,272 - $2,578

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $657 - $751 for the 1,645-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 Cheyenne, Wyoming, for about 5 hours typically costs around $879.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,645-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $188 per night, adding $377 - $565 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $63 and $377.

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

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 Cheyenne, WY to Arlington, VA

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Arlington, Virginia. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,422 and $2,866.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,355 - $2,428
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,422 - $2,866
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,918 - $3,879

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 $94 and $188.
• 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 Cheyenne, Wyoming, for roughly five hours typically average $879.

What are the best freight companies from Cheyenne to Arlington?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Cheyenne, WY vs Arlington, VA

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

For a move from Cheyenne, WY, to Arlington, VA, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,801 for a studio to $11,030 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,645-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,447 - $5,051. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,010 - $2,578, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,649 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include U.S. Department of Defense and Safran.