Gresham, OR → Norfolk, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Gresham to Norfolk

About 2,876 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,560–$12,730, delivery in 7–14 days, 408 carriers on the Gresham side and 336 in Norfolk.

2,876 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,560–$12,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Gresham, Oregon
To: Norfolk, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 2,876 miles (2,438 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 408 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 336 (197 interstate)

Reverse: Norfolk → Gresham

The route from Gresham, OR to Norfolk, VA covers roughly 2,876 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $8,560 to $12,730 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 50 hours (6 driving days).

On the Gresham side there are 408 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (317 of them authorized for interstate work), and 336 around Norfolk (197 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 Norfolk.

Gresham has a population of about 111,513 and Norfolk about 231,013. The two cities have comparable density (4,862 and 4,465 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Gresham to Norfolk

Full-service estimate for 2,876 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,420	$4,170	$5,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,130	$6,260	$7,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,560	$10,440	$12,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,690	$16,700	$20,370
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,830	$22,960	$28,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,010–$5,650

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

Portable container

$3,590–$5,270

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

Full-service mover

$8,560–$12,730

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Gresham (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4282676
MC: 1665063
Based in: Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asm LLC

USDOT: 1863079
MC: 722865
Based in: Portland, OR 97214 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (800) 362-4545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 248002
MC: 32882
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98661 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (360) 693-7477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2363186
MC: 810023
Based in: Vancouver, WA 98682 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (360) 719-5660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gforce Delivery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436341
MC: 1119093
Based in: Damascus, OR 97089 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (971) 219-8205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Airport Drayage Company INC

USDOT: 61733
MC: 581707
Based in: Portland, OR 97220 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 253-3859 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Oregon LLC

USDOT: 2482348
MC: 857396
Based in: Portland, OR 97211 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cor

Licensed interstate

Legal name: City Of Roses Disposal & Recycling INC

USDOT: 2332103
MC: 1261745
Based in: Portland, OR 97230 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (503) 285-9940 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 408 movers in Gresham

Near Norfolk (destination)

Service Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 139659
MC: 135652
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23324 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 240 trucks, 217 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 543-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highways & Skyways Of Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Givens Transportation INC

USDOT: 1070890
MC: 446371
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23320 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 156 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (757) 233-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3109246
MC: 81782
Based in: Virginia Beach, VA 23455 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (757) 447-8687 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wheels For Work LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3293159
MC: 1090224
Based in: Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 75 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (401) 265-7661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hampton Roads Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Queeney Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1581633
MC: 585658
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 967-0770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rail Direct Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 706550
MC: 326565
Based in: Portsmouth, VA 23707 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (757) 398-8600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leighton Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2139019
MC: 744920
Based in: Portsmouth, VA 23701 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (757) 689-7820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Accent Relocation Services INC

USDOT: 795385
MC: 354379
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23504 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 336 movers in Norfolk

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Gresham to Norfolk?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,420 to $5,090 for a studio, $5,130 to $7,640 for a one-bedroom, $8,560 to $12,730 for a two-bedroom, $13,690 to $20,370 for a three-bedroom and $18,830 to $28,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Norfolk from Gresham?

About 2,876 road miles (2,438 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon 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 Gresham to Norfolk?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,010 to $5,650 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,590 to $5,270. 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 Gresham–Norfolk corridor.