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Cleveland, OH → Newport News, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Cleveland to Newport News

About 484 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,320–$4,950, delivery in 1–3 days, 638 carriers on the Cleveland side and 168 in Newport News.

  • 484 miroad distance
  • 9 h 3 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,320–$4,9502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 484 miles (410 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 3 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
638 (374 interstate)
Movers at destination
168 (89 interstate)

Reverse: Newport News → Cleveland

The route from Cleveland, OH to Newport News, VA covers roughly 484 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,320 to $4,950 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 9 h 3 min.

On the Cleveland side there are 638 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (374 of them authorized for interstate work), and 168 around Newport News (89 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 Newport News.

Cleveland has a population of about 363,608 and Newport News about 183,230. Cleveland is considerably denser (4,796 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. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Cleveland to Newport News

Full-service estimate for 484 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,330 $1,620 $1,980
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,990 $2,430 $2,970
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,320 $4,050 $4,950
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,320 $6,490 $7,910
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,310 $8,920 $10,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,130

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,140

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

Full-service mover

$3,320–$4,950

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Cleveland, OH → Newport News, VA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Cleveland (origin)

Horizon Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237360
MC
169607
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
354 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon Midwest INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2317693
MC
791331
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
385 trucks, 385 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Travelcenters Of America

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ta Operating LLC

USDOT
300813
MC
353338
Based in
Westlake, OH 44145 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
408 trucks, 397 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (630) 699-3418 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Marine Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1598342
MC
591312
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44110 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
225 trucks, 199 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (216) 268-3005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon West INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318092
MC
791357
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
219 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon South INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318070
MC
791344
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 191 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Z Brothers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1495228
MC
562163
Based in
Brooklyn, OH 44144 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (216) 916-9850 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ohio Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ohio Transport Corporation

USDOT
384170
MC
58561
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44107 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (513) 539-0576 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 638 movers in Cleveland

Near Newport News (destination)

Seaford Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Seaford Transfer INC

USDOT
537377
MC
268065
Based in
Yorktown, VA 23692 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (757) 898-8019 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Newport News LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2960425
MC
4335
Based in
Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (804) 409-0814 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Newport News

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Newport News LLC

USDOT
3064471
MC
57163
Based in
Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (757) 356-2830 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Cartage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Logistics INC

USDOT
1852556
MC
669512
Based in
Newport News, VA 23608 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (757) 223-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smd Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Solid Management And Development LLC

USDOT
4162261
MC
1626630
Based in
Newport News, VA 23602 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (917) 767-5259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3389631
MC
1089178
Based in
Smithfield, VA 23430 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (757) 916-0378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quantex Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3902896
MC
1438372
Based in
Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (757) 401-1607 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rely-Ance Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3726517
MC
1313785
Based in
Carrollton, VA 23314 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (757) 329-4995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Newport News

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Cleveland to Newport News?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,990 to $2,970 for a one-bedroom, $3,320 to $4,950 for a two-bedroom, $5,320 to $7,910 for a three-bedroom and $7,310 to $10,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newport News from Cleveland?

About 484 road miles (410 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Ohio 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 Cleveland to Newport News?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,140. 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 Cleveland–Newport News corridor.