Philadelphia, PA → Richmond, VA · Regional long-distance move
About 251 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,550–$3,790, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,658 carriers on the Philadelphia side and 400 in Richmond.
Richmond sits about 251 miles southwest of Philadelphia, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to Virginia 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 $2,550 to $3,790 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 5 h 2 min.
On the Philadelphia side there are 1,658 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,138 of them authorized for interstate work), and 400 around Richmond (215 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 Richmond.
Philadelphia has a population of about 1.6 million and Richmond about 237,257. Philadelphia is considerably denser (11,933 people per square mile versus 3,783), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $2,550 | $3,110 | $3,790 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,070 | $4,970 | $6,060 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,600 | $6,830 | $8,330 |
$410–$580
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,240–$1,830
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,550–$3,790
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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Legal name: Centre Carriers Corp
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, $2,550 to $3,790 for a two-bedroom, $4,070 to $6,060 for a three-bedroom and $5,600 to $8,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 251 road miles (213 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 2 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Pennsylvania 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 $410 to $580 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.
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 Philadelphia–Richmond corridor.