Corpus Christi, TX → Charlottesville, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Corpus Christi to Charlottesville

About 1,525 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,990–$8,910, delivery in 5–10 days, 98 carriers on the Corpus Christi side and 48 in Charlottesville.

1,525 miroad distance
27 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,990–$8,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Corpus Christi, Texas
To: Charlottesville, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 1,525 miles (1,292 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 48 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Charlottesville → Corpus Christi

Charlottesville sits about 1,525 miles northeast of Corpus Christi, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Virginia that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $5,990 to $8,910 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (3 driving days).

On the Corpus Christi side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 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.

Corpus Christi has a population of about 317,247 and Charlottesville about 47,000. Charlottesville is the denser city (4,544 people per square mile versus 1,960 in Corpus Christi), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Corpus Christi to Charlottesville

Full-service estimate for 1,525 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,400	$2,920	$3,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,590	$4,380	$5,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,990	$7,310	$8,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,590	$11,690	$14,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,180	$16,070	$19,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,170–$3,060

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$5,990–$8,910

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Corpus Christi (origin)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Corpus Christi LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1645783
MC: 733947
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (361) 883-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4370349
MC: 1711605
Based in: Portland, TX 78374 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (469) 732-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Notch Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2547963
MC: 90025
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (361) 854-7232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom Life Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3383345
MC: 1086221
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 558-3079 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Move In Texas

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Corpus Christi Transfer Co

USDOT: 136463
MC: 69361
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (361) 883-4391 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & Lulu Logistics

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Lulu Trade LLC

USDOT: 4250863
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (361) 396-8151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chilly'S Affordable & Reliable Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Henry Lewis

USDOT: 2820714
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Bomy Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4244834
MC: 1644458
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (910) 977-1916 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Corpus Christi

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

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Charlottesville accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Corpus Christi to Charlottesville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,400 to $3,570 for a studio, $3,590 to $5,350 for a one-bedroom, $5,990 to $8,910 for a two-bedroom, $9,590 to $14,260 for a three-bedroom and $13,180 to $19,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charlottesville from Corpus Christi?

About 1,525 road miles (1,292 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 Corpus Christi to Charlottesville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,170 to $3,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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 Corpus Christi–Charlottesville corridor.