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Davenport, IA → Charlottesville, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Davenport to Charlottesville

About 811 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,110–$6,120, delivery in 2–5 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 48 in Charlottesville.

  • 811 miroad distance
  • 14 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,110–$6,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 811 miles (687 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination
48 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Charlottesville → Davenport

Charlottesville sits about 811 miles east of Davenport, which makes this an interstate relocation from Iowa to Virginia that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,110 to $6,120 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 41 min.

On the Davenport side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (78 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.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Charlottesville about 47,000. Charlottesville is the denser city (4,544 people per square mile versus 1,594 in Davenport), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Iowa, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Davenport to Charlottesville

Full-service estimate for 811 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,640 $2,010 $2,450
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,470 $3,010 $3,670
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,110 $5,020 $6,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,580 $8,020 $9,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,050 $11,030 $13,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,130–$1,600

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,560

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

Full-service mover

$4,110–$6,120

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near Davenport (origin)

Mdn Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3205071
MC
1398328
Based in
Davenport, IA 52807 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
275 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (815) 306-3480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2525328
MC
716792
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boost Express Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2453637
MC
847181
Based in
Davenport, IA 52801 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (708) 253-8182 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9539980
MC
94140758
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & B Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1731359
MC
634361
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (563) 200-5510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bruce Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bruce R Petty INC

USDOT
873780
MC
693855
Based in
Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (563) 323-5435 Route Verify on FMCSA

D T S Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1708832
MC
627000
Based in
Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (563) 570-4596 Route Verify on FMCSA

F And A Truck Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3357533
MC
1074590
Based in
Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (563) 381-0256 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Davenport

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,640 to $2,450 for a studio, $2,470 to $3,670 for a one-bedroom, $4,110 to $6,120 for a two-bedroom, $6,580 to $9,790 for a three-bedroom and $9,050 to $13,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Charlottesville from Davenport?

About 811 road miles (687 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Iowa 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 Davenport to Charlottesville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,130 to $1,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,560. 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 Davenport–Charlottesville corridor.