Dover, DE → Alexandria, VA · Short-haul move

Movers from Dover to Alexandria

About 103 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,030–$3,020, delivery in 1–2 days, 143 carriers on the Dover side and 1,203 in Alexandria.

103 miroad distance
2 h 29 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,030–$3,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Dover, Delaware
To: Alexandria, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 103 miles (87 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 29 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 143 (103 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,203 (740 interstate)

Reverse: Alexandria → Dover

Moving from Dover to Alexandria is a short-haul move of roughly 103 road miles, heading west from Delaware to Virginia.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 29 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,030 and $3,020, before packing or storage.

On the Dover side there are 143 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (103 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.

Dover has a population of about 40,000 and Alexandria about 160,662. Alexandria is the denser city (10,702 people per square mile versus 1,654 in Dover), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Dover to Alexandria

Full-service estimate for 103 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,280	$1,560	$1,900
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,280	$1,560	$1,900
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,030	$2,470	$3,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,250	$3,960	$4,830
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,460	$5,440	$6,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$360

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

Portable container

$1,110–$1,640

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

Full-service mover

$2,030–$3,020

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 Dover (origin)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1934741
MC: 690698
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (302) 450-3272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1510668
MC: 566208
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (713) 451-8884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jkb Corp

USDOT: 2546977
MC: 886752
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (302) 734-5017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 872818
MC: 903323
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (302) 376-1830 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3876998
MC: 1421184
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (302) 264-0450 Route Verify on FMCSA

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4262251
MC: 1653912
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (302) 632-7389 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3100720
MC: 77314
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (609) 816-6185 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3621695
MC: 1237363
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (610) 477-5003 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 143 movers in Dover

Near Alexandria (destination)

Evo Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ritter Transport INC

USDOT: 436004
MC: 239770
Based in: Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (480) 485-5862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 388638
MC: 208997
Based in: Temple Hills, MD 20748 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 899-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lopez Trucking Ii LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 818933
MC: 49847
Based in: Lorton, VA 22079 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 43 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (703) 372-1540 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

John W Ritter Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 6903
MC: 1664339
Based in: Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (480) 582-2760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geva Transportationgeva Logisticsgeva Freight Forwarding S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Geva Transportation LLC

USDOT: 2845842
MC: 954130
Based in: Clinton, MD 20735 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (240) 284-3828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Services Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Quality Midwestern Holdings INC

USDOT: 819924
MC: 312495
Based in: Lorton, VA 22079 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (703) 495-8919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike Dancy

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael Dancy

USDOT: 4231672
MC: 1637268
Based in: Clinton, MD 20735 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (301) 643-4471 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,203 movers in Alexandria

Tips for this move

Confirm whether travel time between Dover and Alexandria is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Alexandria with daylight to spare.
Check Delaware intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Dover to Alexandria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,280 to $1,900 for a studio, $1,280 to $1,900 for a one-bedroom, $2,030 to $3,020 for a two-bedroom, $3,250 to $4,830 for a three-bedroom and $4,460 to $6,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Alexandria from Dover?

About 103 road miles (87 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 29 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 Delaware 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 Dover to Alexandria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,640. 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 Dover–Alexandria corridor.