Hyannis, MA → Chesapeake, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Hyannis to Chesapeake

About 553 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,950–$5,880, delivery in 2–5 days, 65 carriers on the Hyannis side and 321 in Chesapeake.

553 miroad distance
10 h 14 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,950–$5,8802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hyannis, Massachusetts
To: Chesapeake, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 553 miles (469 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 14 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 65 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination: 321 (201 interstate)

Reverse: Chesapeake → Hyannis

The route from Hyannis, MA to Chesapeake, VA covers roughly 553 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $3,950 to $5,880 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 10 h 14 min.

On the Hyannis side there are 65 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 321 around Chesapeake (201 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 Chesapeake.

Hyannis has a population of about 14,000 and Chesapeake about 255,332. Chesapeake is the denser city (737 people per square mile versus 240 in Hyannis), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Virginia than in Massachusetts, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Hyannis to Chesapeake

Full-service estimate for 553 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,580	$1,930	$2,350
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,370	$2,890	$3,530
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,330	$7,710	$9,410
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,700	$10,610	$12,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$870–$1,230

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

Portable container

$1,510–$2,230

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

Full-service mover

$3,950–$5,880

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Hyannis (origin)

Ac Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3234086
MC: 1014551
Based in: S Yarmouth, MA 02664 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (774) 212-3230 Route Verify on FMCSA

Compass Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1438369
MC: 543531
Based in: Dennis, MA 02660 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (508) 385-7070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cape Cod Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 945205
MC: 405713
Based in: Bourne, MA 02532 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (508) 759-7519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vanguard Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1056544
MC: 441332
Based in: Hyannis, MA 02601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (508) 790-9188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Precision Disposal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Precision Digital Solutions LLC

USDOT: 3657536
MC: 1263182
Based in: Forestdale, MA 02644 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (508) 466-5767 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mainland Connection

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Island View Holdings LLC

USDOT: 4224104
MC: 1633175
Based in: Hyannis, MA 02601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (508) 228-5229 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gordons Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2932507
MC: 990380
Based in: West Yarmouth, MA 02673 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (508) 685-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Feare N&a Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3490434
MC: 1148578
Based in: Centerville, MA 02632 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (508) 332-2940 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 65 movers in Hyannis

Near Chesapeake (destination)

Service Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 139659
MC: 135652
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23324 (9 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 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 156 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (757) 233-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Harrison'S Moving & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 163678
MC: 143934
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23323 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 397-1248 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hampton Roads Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Queeney Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1581633
MC: 585658
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23435 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 967-0770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rail Direct Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 706550
MC: 326565
Based in: Portsmouth, VA 23707 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (757) 398-8600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leighton Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2139019
MC: 744920
Based in: Portsmouth, VA 23701 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (757) 689-7820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Accent Relocation Services INC

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

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

Integrated Global Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Integrated Global Logistics INC

USDOT: 1531539
MC: 570802
Based in: Portsmouth, VA 23704 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 466-3676 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 321 movers in Chesapeake

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hyannis to Chesapeake?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,580 to $2,350 for a studio, $2,370 to $3,530 for a one-bedroom, $3,950 to $5,880 for a two-bedroom, $6,330 to $9,410 for a three-bedroom and $8,700 to $12,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chesapeake from Hyannis?

About 553 road miles (469 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Massachusetts 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 Hyannis to Chesapeake?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $870 to $1,230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,230. 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 Hyannis–Chesapeake corridor.