Springfield, MA

Norfolk, VA → Springfield, MA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Norfolk to Springfield

About 483 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,740–$5,560, delivery in 1–3 days, 336 carriers on the Norfolk side and 213 in Springfield.

  • 483 miroad distance
  • 9 h 2 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,740–$5,5602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 483 miles (409 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 2 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
336 (197 interstate)
Movers at destination
213 (155 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Norfolk

Springfield sits about 483 miles northeast of Norfolk, which makes this an interstate relocation from Virginia to Massachusetts that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,740 to $5,560 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 2 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 213 around Springfield (155 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 Springfield.

Norfolk has a population of about 231,013 and Springfield about 154,702. The two cities have comparable density (4,465 and 4,888 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Norfolk to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 483 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,490 $1,820 $2,220
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,240 $2,730 $3,340
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,740 $4,560 $5,560
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,980 $7,290 $8,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,220 $10,020 $12,230

Rental truck (DIY)

$800–$1,120

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

Portable container

$1,450–$2,130

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

Full-service mover

$3,740–$5,560

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Norfolk, VA → Springfield, MA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Springfield (destination)

Palmer Dedicated Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1385753
MC
527864
Based in
Westfield, MA 01085 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
74 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Poulin Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
588111
MC
285069
Based in
Suffield, CT 06078 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Flemings Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
565153
MC
222754
Based in
Suffield, CT 06078 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Dm Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3086680
MC
69622
Based in
Westfield, MA 01085 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Kaz Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
822415
MC
362564
Based in
Ellington, CT 06029 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Jason Broom DBA Affordable Waste Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2272542
MC
1092581
Based in
Hampden, MA 01036 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Pioneer Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3733749
MC
1319014
Based in
Chicopee, MA 01013 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Boomerang

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2204901
MC
765077
Based in
Ludlow, MA 01056 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

All 213 movers in Springfield

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,490 to $2,220 for a studio, $2,240 to $3,340 for a one-bedroom, $3,740 to $5,560 for a two-bedroom, $5,980 to $8,890 for a three-bedroom and $8,220 to $12,230 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Norfolk?

About 483 road miles (409 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Massachusetts 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 Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $800 to $1,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,450 to $2,130. 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–Springfield corridor.