Tucson, AZ → Norfolk, VA · Cross-country move

Movers from Tucson to Norfolk

About 2,345 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,450–$11,080, delivery in 7–14 days, 212 carriers on the Tucson side and 336 in Norfolk.

2,345 miroad distance
41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,450–$11,0802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tucson, Arizona
To: Norfolk, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 2,345 miles (1,987 straight-line)
Drive time: 41 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 212 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination: 336 (197 interstate)

Reverse: Norfolk → Tucson

Moving from Tucson to Norfolk is a cross-country move of roughly 2,345 road miles, heading east from Arizona 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 $7,450 to $11,080 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 41 hours (5 driving days).

On the Tucson side there are 212 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 336 around Norfolk (197 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 Norfolk.

Tucson has a population of about 548,371 and Norfolk about 231,013. Norfolk is the denser city (4,465 people per square mile versus 2,252 in Tucson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Tucson to Norfolk

Full-service estimate for 2,345 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,980	$3,630	$4,430
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,470	$5,450	$6,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,450	$9,080	$11,080
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,920	$14,530	$17,730
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,390	$19,980	$24,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,310–$4,670

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

Portable container

$3,110–$4,580

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

Full-service mover

$7,450–$11,080

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Tucson (origin)

Zip Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4151097
MC: 1593569
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85711 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (480) 519-3779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Master Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2901058
MC: 975882
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85713 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (520) 807-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & F Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3984724
MC: 1493048
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (520) 585-7053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 240099
MC: 176034
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85745 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (520) 624-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zana Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376259
MC: 815702
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (520) 349-9257 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1535483
MC: 571698
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (520) 834-2749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mr Frogs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2471491
MC: 852728
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85756 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (520) 906-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tucson Freight Connection LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1159610
MC: 478351
Based in: Tucson, AZ 85706 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (520) 977-8454 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 212 movers in Tucson

Near Norfolk (destination)

Service Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 139659
MC: 135652
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23324 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 240 trucks, 217 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 543-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highways & Skyways Of Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Givens Transportation INC

USDOT: 1070890
MC: 446371
Based in: Chesapeake, VA 23320 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 156 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (757) 233-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3109246
MC: 81782
Based in: Virginia Beach, VA 23455 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (757) 447-8687 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wheels For Work LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3293159
MC: 1090224
Based in: Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 75 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (401) 265-7661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hampton Roads Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Queeney Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1581633
MC: 585658
Based in: Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 967-0770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rail Direct Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 706550
MC: 326565
Based in: Portsmouth, VA 23707 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (757) 398-8600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leighton Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2139019
MC: 744920
Based in: Portsmouth, VA 23701 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (757) 689-7820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Accent Relocation Services INC

USDOT: 795385
MC: 354379
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23504 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 336 movers in Norfolk

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tucson to Norfolk?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,980 to $4,430 for a studio, $4,470 to $6,650 for a one-bedroom, $7,450 to $11,080 for a two-bedroom, $11,920 to $17,730 for a three-bedroom and $16,390 to $24,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Norfolk from Tucson?

About 2,345 road miles (1,987 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Arizona 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 Tucson to Norfolk?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,310 to $4,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,110 to $4,580. 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 Tucson–Norfolk corridor.