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Newport News, VA → Lynchburg, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Newport News to Lynchburg

About 176 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,320–$3,460, delivery in 1–2 days, 168 carriers on the Newport News side and 53 in Lynchburg.

  • 176 miroad distance
  • 3 h 44 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,320–$3,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 176 miles (149 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 44 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Virginia)
Movers at origin
168 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination
53 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Lynchburg → Newport News

The route from Newport News, VA to Lynchburg, VA covers roughly 176 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,320 to $3,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 44 min.

On the Newport News side there are 168 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (89 of them authorized for interstate work), and 53 around Lynchburg (33 interstate). For an in-state 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 Lynchburg.

Newport News has a population of about 183,230 and Lynchburg about 80,000. Newport News is considerably denser (2,699 people per square mile versus 1,613), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Newport News to Lynchburg

Full-service estimate for 176 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,290 $1,580 $1,920
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,390 $1,700 $2,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,320 $2,830 $3,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,720 $4,530 $5,530
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,110 $6,240 $7,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$470

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

Portable container

$1,180–$1,730

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

Full-service mover

$2,320–$3,460

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 Newport News (origin)

Seaford Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Seaford Transfer INC

USDOT
537377
MC
268065
Based in
Yorktown, VA 23692 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (757) 898-8019 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Newport News LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2960425
MC
4335
Based in
Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (804) 409-0814 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Newport News

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Newport News LLC

USDOT
3064471
MC
57163
Based in
Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (757) 356-2830 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Cartage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Logistics INC

USDOT
1852556
MC
669512
Based in
Newport News, VA 23608 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (757) 223-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smd Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Solid Management And Development LLC

USDOT
4162261
MC
1626630
Based in
Newport News, VA 23602 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (917) 767-5259 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3389631
MC
1089178
Based in
Smithfield, VA 23430 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (757) 916-0378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quantex Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3902896
MC
1438372
Based in
Newport News, VA 23606 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (757) 401-1607 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rely-Ance Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3726517
MC
1313785
Based in
Carrollton, VA 23314 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (757) 329-4995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Newport News

Near Lynchburg (destination)

D D & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2539514
MC
883394
Based in
Lynchburg, VA 24504 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (434) 847-4353 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Ridge Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1857659
MC
671712
Based in
Forest, VA 24551 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (434) 847-1152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Ridge Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3778488
MC
1351733
Based in
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (434) 841-3401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dustin Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
546953
MC
271213
Based in
Forest, VA 24551 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (434) 525-5814 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moody Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1105839
MC
454973
Based in
Concord, VA 24538 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (434) 993-2204 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Logistics-Va LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3926196
MC
1453792
Based in
Lynchburg, VA 24502 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (434) 473-0645 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mightee Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mightee Movers LLC

USDOT
4108476
MC
1568742
Based in
Lynchburg, VA 24501 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (434) 951-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hfmworx LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4386424
MC
1720247
Based in
Lynchburg, VA 24503 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (434) 509-5314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 53 movers in Lynchburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Newport News to Lynchburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,070 for a one-bedroom, $2,320 to $3,460 for a two-bedroom, $3,720 to $5,530 for a three-bedroom and $5,110 to $7,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lynchburg from Newport News?

About 176 road miles (149 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 44 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Newport News and Lynchburg are in Virginia, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Newport News to Lynchburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,180 to $1,730. 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 Newport News–Lynchburg corridor.