Hampton, VA → Oakland, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Hampton to Oakland

About 2,944 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,360–$13,930, delivery in 7–14 days, 157 carriers on the Hampton side and 832 in Oakland.

2,944 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,360–$13,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hampton, Virginia
To: Oakland, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,944 miles (2,495 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 157 (88 interstate)
Movers at destination: 832 (258 interstate)

Reverse: Oakland → Hampton

Moving from Hampton to Oakland is a cross-country move of roughly 2,944 road miles, heading west from Virginia to California.

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 $9,360 to $13,930 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hampton side there are 157 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (88 of them authorized for interstate work), and 832 around Oakland (258 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 Oakland.

Hampton has a population of about 137,315 and Oakland about 440,838. Oakland is the denser city (7,883 people per square mile versus 2,663 in Hampton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hampton to Oakland

Full-service estimate for 2,944 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,750	$4,570	$5,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,620	$6,850	$8,360
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,360	$11,420	$13,930
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,980	$18,270	$22,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,600	$25,120	$30,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,080–$5,750

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

Portable container

$3,650–$5,360

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

Full-service mover

$9,360–$13,930

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 Hampton (origin)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Accent Relocation Services INC

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

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

Security Storage & Van Company Of Norfolk Va INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 121073
MC: 128699
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 466-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monroe Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 169188
MC: 129470
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 466-9351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seaford Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Seaford Transfer INC

USDOT: 537377
MC: 268065
Based in: Yorktown, VA 23692 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (757) 898-8019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daltonkelly&sons INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2832635
MC: 5506
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23513 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (757) 309-3837 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Virginia Beach I LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3786641
MC: 1357542
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green Fuel Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1408368
MC: 534483
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (757) 348-9515 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tidewater Moving And Hauling LLC

USDOT: 2929288
MC: 1077820
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23513 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (757) 282-6344 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 157 movers in Hampton

Near Oakland (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lengner And Sons Produce Express

USDOT: 154572
MC: 156852
Based in: Oakland, CA 94607 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 625-1900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT: 555398
MC: 274237
Based in: San Leandro, CA 94577 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1166104
MC: 509402
Based in: Oakland, CA 94621 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (510) 502-6328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2107877
MC: 736145
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 832 movers in Oakland

Tips for this move

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 Oakland accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hampton to Oakland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,750 to $5,570 for a studio, $5,620 to $8,360 for a one-bedroom, $9,360 to $13,930 for a two-bedroom, $14,980 to $22,290 for a three-bedroom and $20,600 to $30,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oakland from Hampton?

About 2,944 road miles (2,495 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Virginia into California 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 Hampton to Oakland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,080 to $5,750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,650 to $5,360. 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 Hampton–Oakland corridor.