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Norfolk, VA → York, PA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Norfolk to York

About 250 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,540–$3,780, delivery in 1–2 days, 336 carriers on the Norfolk side and 163 in York.

  • 250 miroad distance
  • 5 h 1 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,540–$3,7802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 250 miles (212 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 1 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
336 (197 interstate)
Movers at destination
163 (106 interstate)

Reverse: York → Norfolk

The route from Norfolk, VA to York, PA covers roughly 250 miles by road, a north-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 $2,540 to $3,780 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 5 h 1 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 163 around York (106 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 York.

Norfolk has a population of about 231,013 and York about 45,000. York is the denser city (8,466 people per square mile versus 4,465 in Norfolk), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Norfolk to York

Full-service estimate for 250 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,260 $1,540 $1,880
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,530 $1,860 $2,270
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,540 $3,100 $3,780
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,070 $4,960 $6,050
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,590 $6,820 $8,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$410–$570

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

Portable container

$1,240–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,540–$3,780

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Norfolk, VA → York, PA. 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
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

Near York (destination)

A & S Services Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1880751
MC
164166
Based in
York, PA 17404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
405 trucks, 406 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (717) 792-3632 Route Verify on FMCSA

Honey Locust Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
605126
MC
292032
Based in
East Berlin, PA 17316 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Route Verify on FMCSA

Granite Transportation Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
898834
MC
390693
Based in
York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (717) 848-5015 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parker And Molina Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3262344
MC
1028602
Based in
York Haven, PA 17345 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (717) 487-9023 Route Verify on FMCSA

York Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
926495
MC
399523
Based in
York, PA 17406 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (717) 318-9883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diaz Expressway

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diaz Expressway LLC

USDOT
2432631
MC
838722
Based in
Dover, PA 17315 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (717) 650-1391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Lion Furniture Mfg LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3607050
MC
1585577
Based in
Red Lion, PA 17356 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (215) 825-5754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eckert Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
10712
MC
70267
Based in
York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (717) 843-0995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 163 movers in York

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,260 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,530 to $2,270 for a one-bedroom, $2,540 to $3,780 for a two-bedroom, $4,070 to $6,050 for a three-bedroom and $5,590 to $8,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is York from Norfolk?

About 250 road miles (212 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 1 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Virginia into Pennsylvania 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 York?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $410 to $570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,830. 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–York corridor.