Harrisburg, PA → Fredericksburg, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Harrisburg to Fredericksburg

About 166 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,230–$3,320, delivery in 1–2 days, 251 carriers on the Harrisburg side and 152 in Fredericksburg.

166 miroad distance
3 h 34 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,230–$3,3202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
To: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 166 miles (140 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 34 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 251 (179 interstate)
Movers at destination: 152 (107 interstate)

Reverse: Fredericksburg → Harrisburg

Fredericksburg sits about 166 miles south of Harrisburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to Virginia that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,230 to $3,320 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 34 min.

On the Harrisburg side there are 251 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (179 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.

Harrisburg has a population of about 50,000 and Fredericksburg about 28,000. Harrisburg is considerably denser (6,171 people per square mile versus 2,678), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Harrisburg to Fredericksburg

Full-service estimate for 166 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,260	$1,540	$1,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,340	$1,630	$1,990
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,230	$2,720	$3,320
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,570	$4,350	$5,310
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,910	$5,990	$7,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$320–$450

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,230–$3,320

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 Harrisburg (origin)

Napa Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 446997
MC: 242988
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 405 trucks, 365 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (717) 920-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Central Pennsylvania

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 338861
MC: 1099728
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (717) 561-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wright Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3153461
MC: 106240
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (717) 932-7874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edo'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1327266
MC: 512911
Based in: Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 761-1349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1859053
MC: 672664
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (717) 564-1835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buk Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bukhara USA Company

USDOT: 4125068
MC: 1578434
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17103 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (878) 978-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo W Weaver & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 10676
MC: 1635833
Based in: New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 774-7835 Route Verify on FMCSA

H&s Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 836405
MC: 123813
Based in: Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (717) 657-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

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

Plan a first-night kit for Fredericksburg: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,260 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,340 to $1,990 for a one-bedroom, $2,230 to $3,320 for a two-bedroom, $3,570 to $5,310 for a three-bedroom and $4,910 to $7,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fredericksburg from Harrisburg?

About 166 road miles (140 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 34 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 Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg to Fredericksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Harrisburg–Fredericksburg corridor.