Evansville, IN

Norfolk, VA → Evansville, IN · Long-distance move

Movers from Norfolk to Evansville

About 735 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,950–$5,870, delivery in 2–5 days, 336 carriers on the Norfolk side and 120 in Evansville.

  • 735 miroad distance
  • 13 h 22 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,950–$5,8702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 735 miles (623 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 22 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
336 (197 interstate)
Movers at destination
120 (81 interstate)

Reverse: Evansville → Norfolk

Evansville sits about 735 miles west of Norfolk, which makes this an interstate relocation from Virginia to Indiana that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,870 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 13 h 22 min.

On the Norfolk side there are 336 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (197 of them authorized for interstate work), and 120 around Evansville (81 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 Evansville.

Norfolk has a population of about 231,013 and Evansville about 116,176. Norfolk is considerably denser (4,465 people per square mile versus 2,475), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Indiana than in Virginia, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Norfolk to Evansville

Full-service estimate for 735 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,580 $1,920 $2,350
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,370 $2,890 $3,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,950 $4,810 $5,870
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,310 $7,700 $9,390
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,680 $10,590 $12,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$3,950–$5,870

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Norfolk (origin)

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

Highways & Skyways Of Nc

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

Hampton Roads Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

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

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
795385
MC
354379
Based in
Norfolk, VA 23504 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 336 movers in Norfolk

Near Evansville (destination)

Atlas Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125550
MC
130921
Based in
Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,731 trucks, 2,351 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Walt'S Drive-A-Way Service LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
70728
MC
126717
Based in
Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
116 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Berry Freightlines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
146102
MC
163079
Based in
Evansville, IN 47710 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Meisler Trailer Rentals LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1417829
MC
536521
Based in
Evansville, IN 47715 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

O'Bryan Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
273707
MC
252370
Based in
Newburgh, IN 47630 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

Mike'S Macer Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2641533
MC
920652
Based in
Evansville, IN 47713 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3675581
MC
1276291
Based in
Evansville, IN 47711 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Kinder Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
213081
MC
160782
Based in
Evansville, IN 47720 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

All 120 movers in Evansville

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,580 to $2,350 for a studio, $2,370 to $3,520 for a one-bedroom, $3,950 to $5,870 for a two-bedroom, $6,310 to $9,390 for a three-bedroom and $8,680 to $12,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Evansville from Norfolk?

About 735 road miles (623 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 22 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 Virginia into Indiana 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 Norfolk to Evansville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,460. 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 Norfolk–Evansville corridor.