Harrisonburg, VA → Fredericksburg, VA · Short-haul move

Movers from Harrisonburg to Fredericksburg

About 89 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,510–$2,240, delivery in 1–2 days, 71 carriers on the Harrisonburg side and 152 in Fredericksburg.

89 miroad distance
2 h 14 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,510–$2,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Harrisonburg, Virginia
To: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 89 miles (76 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 14 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Virginia)
Movers at origin: 71 (53 interstate)
Movers at destination: 152 (107 interstate)

Reverse: Fredericksburg → Harrisonburg

The route from Harrisonburg, VA to Fredericksburg, VA covers roughly 89 miles by road, a east-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 2 h 14 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,510 and $2,240, before packing or storage.

On the Harrisonburg side there are 71 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (53 of them authorized for interstate work), and 152 around Fredericksburg (107 interstate). For an in-state 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.

Harrisonburg has a population of about 52,000 and Fredericksburg about 28,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,989 and 2,678 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Harrisonburg to Fredericksburg

Full-service estimate for 89 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$860	$1,050	$1,280
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$970	$1,190	$1,450
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,510	$1,840	$2,240
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,250	$2,750	$3,350
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,270	$3,990	$4,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$340

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,620

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

Full-service mover

$1,510–$2,240

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Harrisonburg (origin)

Crosby Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 32052
MC: 142823
Based in: Mt Sidney, VA 24467 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 234-9268 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 465237
MC: 220297
Based in: Weyers Cave, VA 24486 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (540) 234-9185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige Auto Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Prestige Auto LLC

USDOT: 1306068
MC: 506578
Based in: Mount Crawford, VA 22841 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 442-1993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunset Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1412509
MC: 534955
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (866) 429-1415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Infinit Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1762150
MC: 644105
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22802 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (540) 746-7434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bg Flash Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2571950
MC: 903775
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 560-4144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Croy Building And Excavating INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1956900
MC: 1784413
Based in: Elkton, VA 22827 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (540) 298-5086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jl Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3532178
MC: 1176260
Based in: Rockingham, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 818-2158 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Harrisonburg

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 Virginia 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 Harrisonburg and Fredericksburg is billed one way or round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $860 to $1,280 for a studio, $970 to $1,450 for a one-bedroom, $1,510 to $2,240 for a two-bedroom, $2,250 to $3,350 for a three-bedroom and $3,270 to $4,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fredericksburg from Harrisonburg?

About 89 road miles (76 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Harrisonburg and Fredericksburg are in Virginia, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Harrisonburg to Fredericksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,620. 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 Harrisonburg–Fredericksburg corridor.