Memphis, TN → Norfolk, VA · Long-distance move
About 916 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,410–$6,570, delivery in 2–5 days, 534 carriers on the Memphis side and 336 in Norfolk.
The route from Memphis, TN to Norfolk, VA covers roughly 916 miles by road, a east-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 $4,410 to $6,570 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 16 h 30 min.
On the Memphis side there are 534 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (397 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.
Memphis has a population of about 609,647 and Norfolk about 231,013. Norfolk is the denser city (4,465 people per square mile versus 2,132 in Memphis), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,770 | $2,150 | $2,630 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,650 | $3,230 | $3,940 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,410 | $5,380 | $6,570 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $7,060 | $8,610 | $10,510 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $9,710 | $11,840 | $14,450 |
$1,390–$1,960
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,840–$2,700
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,410–$6,570
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,770 to $2,630 for a studio, $2,650 to $3,940 for a one-bedroom, $4,410 to $6,570 for a two-bedroom, $7,060 to $10,510 for a three-bedroom and $9,710 to $14,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 916 road miles (776 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 30 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Tennessee 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,840 to $2,700. 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.
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 Memphis–Norfolk corridor.