Roswell, NM → Richmond, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Roswell to Richmond

About 1,822 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,340–$9,430, delivery in 5–10 days, 6 carriers on the Roswell side and 400 in Richmond.

1,822 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,340–$9,4302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Roswell, New Mexico
To: Richmond, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 1,822 miles (1,544 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 6 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 400 (215 interstate)

Reverse: Richmond → Roswell

Moving from Roswell to Richmond is a cross-country move of roughly 1,822 road miles, heading east from New Mexico 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 $6,340 to $9,430 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Roswell side there are 6 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 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.

Roswell has a population of about 48,000 and Richmond about 237,257. Richmond is the denser city (3,783 people per square mile versus 1,629 in Roswell), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Virginia is a higher-cost state than New Mexico, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Roswell to Richmond

Full-service estimate for 1,822 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,540	$3,090	$3,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,800	$4,640	$5,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,340	$7,730	$9,430
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,140	$12,370	$15,090
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,950	$17,010	$20,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,620–$3,700

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

Portable container

$2,650–$3,890

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

Full-service mover

$6,340–$9,430

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Roswell (origin)

Brown Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brown Farms LLC

USDOT: 902777
MC: 425010
Based in: Dexter, NM 88230 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (575) 347-2209 Route Verify on FMCSA

Villanueva Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 824178
MC: 488455
Based in: Roswell, NM 88201 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (575) 626-6494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3509272
MC: 1342992
Based in: Roswell, NM 88203 (27 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4566387
MC: 1815748
Based in: Artesia, NM 88210 (45 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (307) 231-7999 Route Verify on FMCSA

R E N Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2434052
Based in: Roswell, NM 88203 (27 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (575) 317-9564 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Lake Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3573237
MC: 1204365
Based in: Roswell, NM 88201 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (575) 347-8573 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Richmond (destination)

Tforce Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tforce Freight INC

USDOT: 121058
MC: 109533
Based in: Henrico, VA 23233 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,155 trucks, 4,379 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 333-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stewart Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Wes Stewart Corporation

USDOT: 1194537
MC: 531584
Based in: Midlothian, VA 23113 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (910) 435-3161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lion Bg INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1054563
MC: 510871
Based in: Chesterfield, VA 23832 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (630) 655-5212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rcs Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rcs Moving LLC

USDOT: 805773
MC: 376501
Based in: Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (804) 358-4035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evolution Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2109946
MC: 735649
Based in: Richmond, VA 23224 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (804) 638-9093 Route Verify on FMCSA

D1 Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: D1 Moving LLC

USDOT: 3013397
MC: 30349
Based in: Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

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Dunmar Moving System

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Centre Carriers Corp

USDOT: 392896
MC: 137503
Based in: Richmond, VA 23237 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (804) 271-0500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orbit Freight Line INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3760361
MC: 1338456
Based in: Chester, VA 23836 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (804) 404-9301 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 400 movers in Richmond

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Richmond accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Roswell to Richmond?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,770 for a studio, $3,800 to $5,660 for a one-bedroom, $6,340 to $9,430 for a two-bedroom, $10,140 to $15,090 for a three-bedroom and $13,950 to $20,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richmond from Roswell?

About 1,822 road miles (1,544 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 New Mexico 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 Roswell to Richmond?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,620 to $3,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,650 to $3,890. 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 Roswell–Richmond corridor.