Harrisonburg, VA → Virginia Beach, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Harrisonburg to Virginia Beach

About 228 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,520–$3,750, delivery in 1–2 days, 71 carriers on the Harrisonburg side and 230 in Virginia Beach.

228 miroad distance
4 h 38 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,520–$3,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Harrisonburg, Virginia
To: Virginia Beach, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 228 miles (193 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 38 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Virginia)
Movers at origin: 71 (53 interstate)
Movers at destination: 230 (147 interstate)

Reverse: Virginia Beach → Harrisonburg

Moving from Harrisonburg to Virginia Beach is a regional long-distance move of roughly 228 road miles, heading southeast within 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 $2,520 to $3,750 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 4 h 38 min.

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 230 around Virginia Beach (147 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 Virginia Beach.

Harrisonburg has a population of about 52,000 and Virginia Beach about 453,737. Harrisonburg is considerably denser (2,989 people per square mile versus 1,878), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Harrisonburg to Virginia Beach

Full-service estimate for 228 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,580	$1,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,510	$1,840	$2,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,520	$3,070	$3,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,030	$4,920	$6,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,550	$6,760	$8,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$540

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,800

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

Full-service mover

$2,520–$3,750

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 Virginia Beach (destination)

Service Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 139659
MC: 135652
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23324 (14 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 (11 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 (10 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 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 75 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (401) 265-7661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Accent Relocation Services INC

USDOT: 795385
MC: 354379
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23504 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maximum Logistics 1 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3391615
MC: 1094415
Based in: Virginia Bch, VA 23462 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (757) 582-5048 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 (11 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 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 466-9351 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 230 movers in Virginia Beach

Tips for this move

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.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Harrisonburg–Virginia Beach corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Harrisonburg to Virginia Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,510 to $2,250 for a one-bedroom, $2,520 to $3,750 for a two-bedroom, $4,030 to $6,000 for a three-bedroom and $5,550 to $8,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Virginia Beach from Harrisonburg?

About 228 road miles (193 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 38 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.

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

No. Because both Harrisonburg and Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,800. 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–Virginia Beach corridor.