Rockville, MD → Newport News, VA · Regional long-distance move
About 169 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,350–$3,500, delivery in 1–2 days, 526 carriers on the Rockville side and 168 in Newport News.
Moving from Rockville to Newport News is a regional long-distance move of roughly 169 road miles, heading south from Maryland to Virginia.
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 $2,350 to $3,500 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 3 h 37 min.
On the Rockville side there are 526 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (327 of them authorized for interstate work), and 168 around Newport News (89 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 Newport News.
Rockville has a population of about 68,000 and Newport News about 183,230. Rockville is considerably denser (4,947 people per square mile versus 2,699), 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 | $1,320 | $1,610 | $1,970 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,410 | $1,720 | $2,100 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,350 | $2,870 | $3,500 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,760 | $4,590 | $5,600 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,180 | $6,310 | $7,700 |
$320–$460
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,170–$1,720
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,350–$3,500
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Rockville, MD → Newport News, VA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
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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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,410 to $2,100 for a one-bedroom, $2,350 to $3,500 for a two-bedroom, $3,760 to $5,600 for a three-bedroom and $5,180 to $7,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 169 road miles (143 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 37 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Maryland 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 $320 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Rockville–Newport News corridor.