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

Movers from Dover to Fredericksburg

About 143 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,180–$3,240, delivery in 1–2 days, 143 carriers on the Dover side and 152 in Fredericksburg.

143 miroad distance
3 h 10 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,180–$3,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Dover, Delaware
To: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 143 miles (121 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 10 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 143 (103 interstate)
Movers at destination: 152 (107 interstate)

Reverse: Fredericksburg → Dover

The route from Dover, DE to Fredericksburg, VA covers roughly 143 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

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 3 h 10 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,180 and $3,240, 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 152 around Fredericksburg (107 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 Fredericksburg.

Dover has a population of about 40,000 and Fredericksburg about 28,000. Fredericksburg is the denser city (2,678 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 Fredericksburg

Full-service estimate for 143 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	$1,310	$1,590	$1,940
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,180	$2,660	$3,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,490	$4,250	$5,190
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,790	$5,840	$7,130

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,180–$3,240

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

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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 Fredericksburg (destination)

Hilldrup Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hilldrup Companies INC

USDOT: 22302
MC: 125294
Based in: Stafford, VA 22554 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 297 trucks, 245 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (703) 441-4888 Route Verify on FMCSA

2c Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 2c Logistics Delivery LLC

USDOT: 3676372
MC: 1276873
Based in: Fredricksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (678) 776-9972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alsop Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2587296
MC: 906952
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 654-6980 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cornerstone Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2445478
MC: 844963
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 210-4280 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Barber Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1728636
MC: 633397
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (540) 710-1803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alsop Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1425222
MC: 538857
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (540) 834-2118 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patty Sullivan Recon INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 671608
MC: 315134
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (540) 654-5200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All In One Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1695684
MC: 622616
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (571) 408-4893 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 152 movers in Fredericksburg

Tips for this move

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.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Dover and Fredericksburg is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,280 to $1,900 for a studio, $1,310 to $1,940 for a one-bedroom, $2,180 to $3,240 for a two-bedroom, $3,490 to $5,190 for a three-bedroom and $4,790 to $7,130 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fredericksburg from Dover?

About 143 road miles (121 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 10 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 Fredericksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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–Fredericksburg corridor.