Huntsville, AL → Blacksburg, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Huntsville to Blacksburg

About 461 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,160–$4,700, delivery in 1–3 days, 204 carriers on the Huntsville side and 80 in Blacksburg.

461 miroad distance
8 h 39 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,160–$4,7002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Huntsville, Alabama
To: Blacksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 461 miles (391 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 39 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 204 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination: 80 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Blacksburg → Huntsville

Moving from Huntsville to Blacksburg is a regional long-distance move of roughly 461 road miles, heading northeast from Alabama to 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 $3,160 to $4,700 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 39 min.

On the Huntsville side there are 204 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (104 of them authorized for interstate work), and 80 around Blacksburg (61 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 Blacksburg.

Huntsville has a population of about 233,627 and Blacksburg about 45,000. Blacksburg is the denser city (2,264 people per square mile versus 986 in Huntsville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Huntsville to Blacksburg

Full-service estimate for 461 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	$1,900	$2,310	$2,820
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,160	$3,850	$4,700
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,060	$6,170	$7,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,950	$8,480	$10,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$770–$1,090

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

Portable container

$1,430–$2,110

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

Full-service mover

$3,160–$4,700

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 Huntsville (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kemper Moving Systems INC

USDOT: 930909
MC: 401062
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35802 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (256) 885-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

This Side Up Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1874024
MC: 717350
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35806 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (256) 653-7612 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steve Cagle Trucking Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 274079
MC: 190361
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35805 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (256) 881-0098 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lambert Relocation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2459680
MC: 849703
Based in: Madison, AL 35756 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (256) 428-7470 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Tie Moving Services Huntsville Al

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gbpb LLC

USDOT: 3381623
MC: 1375777
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35805 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (256) 755-4836 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wright Transportation And Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1193208
MC: 475921
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (256) 541-9353 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jts Auto Recovery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael Lapp

USDOT: 1549350
MC: 977534
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35816 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (256) 539-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolt Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bolt Movers LLC

USDOT: 2959051
MC: 75856
Based in: Huntsville, AL 35805 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (334) 521-2092 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 204 movers in Huntsville

Near Blacksburg (destination)

Southwest Virginia Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Relocation Benefits LLC

USDOT: 2171799
MC: 754358
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (540) 381-3738 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swva Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Swva Services Group LLC

USDOT: 4518552
MC: 1789951
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (540) 391-0314 Route Verify on FMCSA

Going Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3396355
MC: 1092461
Based in: Blacksburg, VA 24060 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (540) 315-1359 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suzi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4534776
MC: 1798664
Based in: Radford, VA 24141 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 595-4081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lawrence

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lawrence Transportation Systems INC

USDOT: 84337
MC: 116400
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24019 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 297 trucks, 318 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 966-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carry On Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1296555
MC: 503465
Based in: Pulaski, VA 24301 (24 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 980-9544 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sams Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779266
MC: 925161
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24018 (21 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 816-8930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Melvin Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1677624
MC: 1793524
Based in: Bastian, VA 24314 (43 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (276) 688-4661 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Blacksburg

Tips for this move

Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Huntsville–Blacksburg corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Blacksburg: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Huntsville to Blacksburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,260 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,900 to $2,820 for a one-bedroom, $3,160 to $4,700 for a two-bedroom, $5,060 to $7,520 for a three-bedroom and $6,950 to $10,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Blacksburg from Huntsville?

About 461 road miles (391 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Alabama 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 Huntsville to Blacksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $770 to $1,090 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,430 to $2,110. 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 Huntsville–Blacksburg corridor.