Rockville, MD → Richmond, VA · Short-haul move
About 128 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,190–$3,260, delivery in 1–2 days, 526 carriers on the Rockville side and 400 in Richmond.
Moving from Rockville to Richmond is a short-haul move of roughly 128 road miles, heading south from Maryland to Virginia.
Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 54 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,190 and $3,260, before packing or storage.
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 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.
Rockville has a population of about 68,000 and Richmond about 237,257. Rockville is considerably denser (4,947 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 | $1,320 | $1,610 | $1,970 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,320 | $1,610 | $1,970 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,190 | $2,670 | $3,260 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,510 | $4,280 | $5,220 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,830 | $5,880 | $7,180 |
$280–$400
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,130–$1,670
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,190–$3,260
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Rockville, MD → Richmond, 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.
Legal name: Moyer & Sons INC
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Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC
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Legal name: The Wes Stewart Corporation
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Legal name: Centre Carriers Corp
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,320 to $1,970 for a one-bedroom, $2,190 to $3,260 for a two-bedroom, $3,510 to $5,220 for a three-bedroom and $4,830 to $7,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 128 road miles (109 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 54 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 $280 to $400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,670. 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–Richmond corridor.