Bridgeport, CT → Alexandria, VA · Regional long-distance move
About 310 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,930–$4,350, delivery in 1–3 days, 447 carriers on the Bridgeport side and 1,203 in Alexandria.
Moving from Bridgeport to Alexandria is a regional long-distance move of roughly 310 road miles, heading southwest from Connecticut 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 $2,930 to $4,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 3 min.
On the Bridgeport side there are 447 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (230 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,203 around Alexandria (740 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 Alexandria.
Bridgeport has a population of about 152,273 and Alexandria about 160,662. The two cities have comparable density (9,233 and 10,702 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,330 | $1,630 | $1,990 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,760 | $2,140 | $2,610 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,930 | $3,570 | $4,350 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,680 | $5,710 | $6,970 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,440 | $7,850 | $9,580 |
$470–$660
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,300–$1,910
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,930–$4,350
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Bridgeport, CT → Alexandria, VA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: New England Home Delivery Service LLC
Legal name: William B Meyerinc
Legal name: Mpas Moving Connecticut LLC
Legal name: Ritter Transport INC
Legal name: Geva Transportation LLC
Legal name: Quality Midwestern Holdings INC
Legal name: Michael Dancy
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,990 for a studio, $1,760 to $2,610 for a one-bedroom, $2,930 to $4,350 for a two-bedroom, $4,680 to $6,970 for a three-bedroom and $6,440 to $9,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 310 road miles (263 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 3 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.
Yes. Crossing from Connecticut 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $660 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,910. 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 Bridgeport–Alexandria corridor.