Arlington, VA → Newport News, VA · Regional long-distance move
About 152 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,230–$3,320, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,290 carriers on the Arlington side and 168 in Newport News.
Moving from Arlington to Newport News is a regional long-distance move of roughly 152 road miles, heading south within Virginia.
At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $2,230 to $3,320 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 19 min.
On the Arlington side there are 1,290 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (809 of them authorized for interstate work), and 168 around Newport News (89 interstate). For an in-state move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Newport News.
Arlington has a population of about 240,000 and Newport News about 183,230. Arlington is considerably denser (9,180 people per square mile versus 2,699), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,290 | $1,580 | $1,920 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,340 | $1,630 | $1,990 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,230 | $2,720 | $3,320 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,570 | $4,360 | $5,320 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,910 | $5,990 | $7,310 |
$310–$430
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,160–$1,700
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,230–$3,320
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
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Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Ritter Transport INC
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Legal name: Nbf Newport News LLC
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,340 to $1,990 for a one-bedroom, $2,230 to $3,320 for a two-bedroom, $3,570 to $5,320 for a three-bedroom and $4,910 to $7,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 152 road miles (128 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 19 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.
No. Because both Arlington and Newport News are in Virginia, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,700. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.
Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Arlington–Newport News corridor.