Melbourne, FL → Norfolk, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Melbourne to Norfolk

About 780 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,220–$6,280, delivery in 2–5 days, 110 carriers on the Melbourne side and 336 in Norfolk.

780 miroad distance
14 h 9 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,220–$6,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Melbourne, Florida
To: Norfolk, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 780 miles (661 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 9 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 110 (44 interstate)
Movers at destination: 336 (197 interstate)

Reverse: Norfolk → Melbourne

Moving from Melbourne to Norfolk is a long-distance move of roughly 780 road miles, heading north from Florida 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 $4,220 to $6,280 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 14 h 9 min.

On the Melbourne side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (44 of them authorized for interstate work), and 336 around Norfolk (197 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 Norfolk.

Melbourne has a population of about 86,000 and Norfolk about 231,013. Norfolk is the denser city (4,465 people per square mile versus 1,916 in Melbourne), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Melbourne to Norfolk

Full-service estimate for 780 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,690	$2,060	$2,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,530	$3,090	$3,770
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,220	$5,150	$6,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,750	$8,230	$10,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,280	$11,320	$13,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,100–$1,550

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

Portable container

$1,720–$2,520

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

Full-service mover

$4,220–$6,280

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

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Melbourne (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4055942
MC: 1537994
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32935 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT: 3599867
MC: 1222354
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT: 3705921
MC: 1298651
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msr Trucking USA INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 845056
MC: 373614
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (954) 398-3477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Untouchable Express Cargo Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4071316
MC: 1546792
Based in: Indialantic, FL 32903 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (786) 547-9335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4412209
MC: 1733425
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32907 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Team Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Top Team Hauling LLC

USDOT: 3703749
MC: 1648727
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32940 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (321) 872-7238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT: 1912627
MC: 694311
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in Melbourne

Near Norfolk (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 (12 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 (6 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 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 75 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (401) 265-7661 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 (14 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 (8 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 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 336 movers in Norfolk

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Melbourne to Norfolk?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,690 to $2,510 for a studio, $2,530 to $3,770 for a one-bedroom, $4,220 to $6,280 for a two-bedroom, $6,750 to $10,050 for a three-bedroom and $9,280 to $13,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Norfolk from Melbourne?

About 780 road miles (661 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 9 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 Florida 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 Melbourne to Norfolk?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,100 to $1,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,720 to $2,520. 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 Melbourne–Norfolk corridor.