Williamsburg, VA

Plymouth, MA → Williamsburg, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Plymouth to Williamsburg

About 538 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,910–$5,820, delivery in 2–5 days, 37 carriers on the Plymouth side and 33 in Williamsburg.

  • 538 miroad distance
  • 9 h 59 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,910–$5,8202-bedroom estimate
Photo: Ron Cogswell · CC BY 2.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 538 miles (456 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 59 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
37 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination
33 (25 interstate)

Reverse: Williamsburg → Plymouth

Williamsburg sits about 538 miles southwest of Plymouth, which makes this an interstate relocation from Massachusetts to Virginia 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 $3,910 to $5,820 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 9 h 59 min.

On the Plymouth side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 33 around Williamsburg (25 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 Williamsburg.

Plymouth has a population of about 65,000 and Williamsburg about 16,000. Plymouth is considerably denser (27,353 people per square mile versus 1,726), 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 Virginia than in Massachusetts, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Plymouth to Williamsburg

Full-service estimate for 538 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,560 $1,910 $2,330
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,350 $2,860 $3,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,910 $4,770 $5,820
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,260 $7,630 $9,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,600 $10,490 $12,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,200

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,210

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

Full-service mover

$3,910–$5,820

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Plymouth, MA → Williamsburg, VA. 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 Plymouth (origin)

Sysco Boston LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
49541
MC
1099731
Based in
Plympton, MA 02367 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
234 trucks, 257 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

C C Construction INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
402399
Based in
Plymouth, MA 02360 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Cape Cargo INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
813744
MC
406241
Based in
West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Liberty Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1108840
MC
456026
Based in
West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Perry'S Transit

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2069425
MC
723392
Based in
Carver, MA 02330 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Nichols Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
436103
MC
223136
Based in
Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Burkhardt Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
148684
MC
3844
Based in
Marshfield, MA 02050 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Whitehall Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
801850
MC
313832
Based in
Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 37 movers in Plymouth

Near Williamsburg (destination)

The Other Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
915026
MC
396031
Based in
Hayes, VA 23072 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Amgine LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4348666
MC
1700037
Based in
Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4126677
MC
1763682
Based in
Williamsburg, VA 23185 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Jdr Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4063961
MC
1542558
Based in
Gloucester, VA 23061 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Road Warriors LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2888273
MC
969885
Based in
Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Dch Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3676008
MC
1388976
Based in
Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

E And B Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1549689
MC
575739
Based in
Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Sontonio Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3048533
MC
48599
Based in
Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

All 33 movers in Williamsburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Plymouth to Williamsburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,560 to $2,330 for a studio, $2,350 to $3,490 for a one-bedroom, $3,910 to $5,820 for a two-bedroom, $6,260 to $9,310 for a three-bedroom and $8,600 to $12,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Williamsburg from Plymouth?

About 538 road miles (456 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 59 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 Massachusetts 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Plymouth to Williamsburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,210. 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 Plymouth–Williamsburg corridor.