Farmington, NM → Richmond, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Farmington to Richmond

About 1,988 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,600–$9,820, delivery in 5–10 days, 18 carriers on the Farmington side and 400 in Richmond.

1,988 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,600–$9,8202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Farmington, New Mexico
To: Richmond, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 1,988 miles (1,684 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 18 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination: 400 (215 interstate)

Reverse: Richmond → Farmington

Moving from Farmington to Richmond is a cross-country move of roughly 1,988 road miles, heading east from New Mexico to Virginia.

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 $6,600 to $9,820 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 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Farmington side there are 18 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 of them authorized for interstate work), and 400 around Richmond (215 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 Richmond.

Farmington has a population of about 46,000 and Richmond about 237,257. Richmond is the denser city (3,783 people per square mile versus 1,353 in Farmington), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Virginia is a higher-cost state than New Mexico, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Farmington to Richmond

Full-service estimate for 1,988 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,640	$3,220	$3,930
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,960	$4,830	$5,890
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,600	$8,050	$9,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,560	$12,880	$15,710
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,520	$17,710	$21,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,940

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

Portable container

$2,790–$4,110

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

Full-service mover

$6,600–$9,820

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 Farmington (origin)

Real Mojo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3407421
MC: 1097825
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (505) 947-0874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Desert Wind Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: James Earnest Crawley Sr

USDOT: 1547269
MC: 575049
Based in: Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (505) 328-1270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Throttle Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4113688
MC: 1571779
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (505) 787-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mi-Box

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jumbo INC

USDOT: 2197486
MC: 762577
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (505) 860-4837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Somethin LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4345820
MC: 1698556
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (917) 538-5809 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crazy Jjj'S Hot Shot Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1043152
MC: 436625
Based in: Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (505) 486-4820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray Bradshaw Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ray Bradshaw

USDOT: 602854
MC: 475333
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (505) 333-7344 Route Verify on FMCSA

McAdam Service & Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1088138
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (505) 327-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 18 movers in Farmington

Near Richmond (destination)

Tforce Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tforce Freight INC

USDOT: 121058
MC: 109533
Based in: Henrico, VA 23233 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,155 trucks, 4,379 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 333-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stewart Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Wes Stewart Corporation

USDOT: 1194537
MC: 531584
Based in: Midlothian, VA 23113 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (910) 435-3161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lion Bg INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1054563
MC: 510871
Based in: Chesterfield, VA 23832 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (630) 655-5212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rcs Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rcs Moving LLC

USDOT: 805773
MC: 376501
Based in: Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (804) 358-4035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evolution Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2109946
MC: 735649
Based in: Richmond, VA 23224 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (804) 638-9093 Route Verify on FMCSA

D1 Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: D1 Moving LLC

USDOT: 3013397
MC: 30349
Based in: Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Route Verify on FMCSA

Dunmar Moving System

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Centre Carriers Corp

USDOT: 392896
MC: 137503
Based in: Richmond, VA 23237 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (804) 271-0500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orbit Freight Line INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3760361
MC: 1338456
Based in: Chester, VA 23836 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (804) 404-9301 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 400 movers in Richmond

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Richmond accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Farmington to Richmond?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,930 for a studio, $3,960 to $5,890 for a one-bedroom, $6,600 to $9,820 for a two-bedroom, $10,560 to $15,710 for a three-bedroom and $14,520 to $21,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richmond from Farmington?

About 1,988 road miles (1,684 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 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 New Mexico 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 Farmington to Richmond?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,790 to $4,110. 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 Farmington–Richmond corridor.