Baltimore, MD → Charlottesville, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Baltimore to Charlottesville

About 158 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,310–$3,440, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,335 carriers on the Baltimore side and 48 in Charlottesville.

158 miroad distance
3 h 25 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,310–$3,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Baltimore, Maryland
To: Charlottesville, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 158 miles (134 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 25 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,335 (786 interstate)
Movers at destination: 48 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Charlottesville → Baltimore

Moving from Baltimore to Charlottesville is a regional long-distance move of roughly 158 road miles, heading southwest from Maryland to 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 $2,310 to $3,440 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 25 min.

On the Baltimore side there are 1,335 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (786 of them authorized for interstate work), and 48 around Charlottesville (29 interstate). For an interstate 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 Charlottesville.

Baltimore has a population of about 569,997 and Charlottesville about 47,000. Baltimore is considerably denser (7,240 people per square mile versus 4,544), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Baltimore to Charlottesville

Full-service estimate for 158 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,320	$1,610	$1,970
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,390	$1,690	$2,060
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,310	$2,820	$3,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,700	$4,510	$5,500
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,080	$6,200	$7,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,160–$1,710

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$2,310–$3,440

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Baltimore (origin)

Cowan Intermodal Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 215194
MC: 155424
Based in: Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 239 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (410) 247-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Baltimore Tank Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 84666
MC: 118899
Based in: Glen Burnie, MD 21061 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (410) 760-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Giant Food

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Giant Of Maryland LLC

USDOT: 110018
MC: 170440
Based in: Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 121 trucks, 282 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (301) 543-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cowan Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917652
MC: 396918
Based in: Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (410) 247-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flicks Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3046843
MC: 47885
Based in: Rosedale, MD 21237 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (818) 455-6884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Azt Autos LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2932214
MC: 990235
Based in: Owings Mills, MD 21117 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (443) 941-0001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lancaster Foods LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 328357
MC: 511503
Based in: Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (410) 799-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Nationwide Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 582826
MC: 280577
Based in: Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (410) 477-9733 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,335 movers in Baltimore

Near Charlottesville (destination)

Two Men And A Truck Charlottesville

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Charlottesville LLC

USDOT: 2988823
MC: 17957
Based in: Charlottesville, VA 22901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (434) 284-8500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Student Services Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 343501
MC: 154670
Based in: Charlottesville, VA 22902 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (434) 977-2705 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And College Hunks Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lokey Enterprise LLC

USDOT: 3730586
MC: 1508290
Based in: Charlottesville, VA 22902 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (540) 435-7167 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malham LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3600476
MC: 1222783
Based in: Charlottesville, VA 22901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (434) 270-4244 Route Verify on FMCSA

2407 Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1991604
MC: 707764
Based in: Charlottesville, VA 22901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (434) 284-8775 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Forward

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Movn On LLC

USDOT: 3517155
MC: 1166120
Based in: Charlottesville, VA 22901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (434) 249-1708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 803227
MC: 357842
Based in: Charlottesville, VA 22901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (434) 974-4998 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leon White Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 870955
MC: 442017
Based in: Troy, VA 22974 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (434) 971-3885 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 48 movers in Charlottesville

Tips for this move

Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Baltimore–Charlottesville corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Charlottesville: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Baltimore to Charlottesville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,060 for a one-bedroom, $2,310 to $3,440 for a two-bedroom, $3,700 to $5,500 for a three-bedroom and $5,080 to $7,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charlottesville from Baltimore?

About 158 road miles (134 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 25 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Maryland into Virginia makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Baltimore to Charlottesville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

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 Baltimore–Charlottesville corridor.