Hillsboro, OR → Richmond, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Hillsboro to Richmond

About 2,811 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,450–$12,570, delivery in 7–14 days, 165 carriers on the Hillsboro side and 400 in Richmond.

2,811 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,450–$12,5702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hillsboro, Oregon
To: Richmond, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 2,811 miles (2,382 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 165 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination: 400 (215 interstate)

Reverse: Richmond → Hillsboro

The route from Hillsboro, OR to Richmond, VA covers roughly 2,811 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 $8,450 to $12,570 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 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Hillsboro side there are 165 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 400 around Richmond (215 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 Richmond.

Hillsboro has a population of about 111,126 and Richmond about 237,257. The two cities have comparable density (4,142 and 3,783 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Hillsboro to Richmond

Full-service estimate for 2,811 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,380	$4,120	$5,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,070	$6,180	$7,540
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,450	$10,300	$12,570
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,520	$16,480	$20,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,590	$22,670	$27,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,940–$5,560

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

Portable container

$3,530–$5,190

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

Full-service mover

$8,450–$12,570

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 Hillsboro (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

Terminal Transfer INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 59571
MC: 115767
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 445-6892 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Truck Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ps Trucking INC

USDOT: 524115
MC: 278091
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (503) 224-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truck Source Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3127725
MC: 91424
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (503) 240-2770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pdx Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2353055
MC: 869184
Based in: Tualatin, OR 97062 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Rose City Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rose City Moving & Storage Company

USDOT: 295098
MC: 185266
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (503) 285-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Premium Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2033832
MC: 783862
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 433-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgetown Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bridgetown Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 2318726
MC: 7797
Based in: Portland, OR 97210 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (503) 664-4477 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 165 movers in Hillsboro

Near Richmond (destination)

Tforce Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tforce Freight INC

USDOT: 121058
MC: 109533
Based in: Henrico, VA 23233 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,155 trucks, 4,379 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 333-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stewart Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Wes Stewart Corporation

USDOT: 1194537
MC: 531584
Based in: Midlothian, VA 23113 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (910) 435-3161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lion Bg INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1054563
MC: 510871
Based in: Chesterfield, VA 23832 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (630) 655-5212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rcs Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rcs Moving LLC

USDOT: 805773
MC: 376501
Based in: Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (804) 358-4035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evolution Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2109946
MC: 735649
Based in: Richmond, VA 23224 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (804) 638-9093 Route Verify on FMCSA

D1 Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: D1 Moving LLC

USDOT: 3013397
MC: 30349
Based in: Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Route Verify on FMCSA

Dunmar Moving System

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Centre Carriers Corp

USDOT: 392896
MC: 137503
Based in: Richmond, VA 23237 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (804) 271-0500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orbit Freight Line INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3760361
MC: 1338456
Based in: Chester, VA 23836 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (804) 404-9301 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 400 movers in Richmond

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Richmond accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hillsboro to Richmond?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,380 to $5,030 for a studio, $5,070 to $7,540 for a one-bedroom, $8,450 to $12,570 for a two-bedroom, $13,520 to $20,110 for a three-bedroom and $18,590 to $27,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richmond from Hillsboro?

About 2,811 road miles (2,382 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 Hillsboro to Richmond?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,940 to $5,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,530 to $5,190. 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 Hillsboro–Richmond corridor.