Jefferson City, MO → Suffolk, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Jefferson City to Suffolk

About 1,014 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,630–$6,890, delivery in 3–7 days, 43 carriers on the Jefferson City side and 101 in Suffolk.

1,014 miroad distance
18 h 11 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,630–$6,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jefferson City, Missouri
To: Suffolk, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 1,014 miles (859 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 11 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 43 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination: 101 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Suffolk → Jefferson City

Moving from Jefferson City to Suffolk is a long-distance move of roughly 1,014 road miles, heading east from Missouri 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 $4,630 to $6,890 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 11 min.

On the Jefferson City side there are 43 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 101 around Suffolk (62 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 Suffolk.

Jefferson City has a population of about 43,000 and Suffolk about 104,699. Jefferson City is considerably denser (1,199 people per square mile versus 236), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Missouri, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Jefferson City to Suffolk

Full-service estimate for 1,014 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,850	$2,260	$2,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,780	$3,390	$4,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,630	$5,650	$6,890
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,410	$9,040	$11,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,200	$12,430	$15,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,110

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,830

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

Full-service mover

$4,630–$6,890

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 Jefferson City (origin)

Fry Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3965327
MC: 1480083
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (785) 260-9002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dl Carriers LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3924101
MC: 1452405
Based in: Holts Summit, MO 65043 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (573) 606-4650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amerigo Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mallory Van And Storage INC

USDOT: 164554
MC: 142946
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (573) 636-7890 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Hawk Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4126548
MC: 1579295
Based in: Jefferson Cty, MO 65101 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (319) 520-5021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Light Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8829073
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3,002 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (573) 462-2669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kenya'S LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3407965
MC: 1098109
Based in: Jefferson Cty, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (573) 691-2435 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jc Logistics

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3571030
MC: 1202909
Based in: Holts Summit, MO 65043 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (573) 694-4409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Midwest Moving And Delivery LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4501713
Based in: Jefferson City, MO 65109 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (573) 230-1299 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 43 movers in Jefferson City

Near Suffolk (destination)

Hampton Roads Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Queeney Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1581633
MC: 585658
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 967-0770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dunston Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3487944
MC: 1197065
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23434 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (747) 745-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Caesar Pence LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3706951
MC: 1299418
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (757) 478-6723 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fttcorp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fast Track Transport Corporation

USDOT: 3198730
MC: 158206
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (757) 343-9863 Route Verify on FMCSA

Touch Of Heart Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Loving Hearts LLC

USDOT: 3815877
MC: 1378947
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23321 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (757) 371-5416 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Wiggins & Sons Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2833489
MC: 955317
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23434 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (757) 617-5278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ozone Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3512697
MC: 1163242
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23434 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (757) 752-7035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellow Dog Trucking Incorporated

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3246793
MC: 1020943
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23321 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (757) 472-5337 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 101 movers in Suffolk

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Suffolk if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jefferson City to Suffolk?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,850 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,780 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,630 to $6,890 for a two-bedroom, $7,410 to $11,030 for a three-bedroom and $10,200 to $15,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Suffolk from Jefferson City?

About 1,014 road miles (859 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 11 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Missouri 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 Jefferson City to Suffolk?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,830. 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 Jefferson City–Suffolk corridor.