Service Transfer INC
- USDOT
- 139659
- MC
- 135652
- Based in
- Chesapeake, VA 23324 (14 mi from center)
- Service
- Local & long-distance
- Fleet
- 240 trucks, 217 drivers
- USDOT registered
- 1974
Virginia Beach, VA → Elko, NV · Cross-country move
About 2,524 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,850–$11,680, delivery in 7–14 days, 230 carriers on the Virginia Beach side and 4 in Elko.
The route from Virginia Beach, VA to Elko, NV covers roughly 2,524 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.
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 $7,850 to $11,680 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 44 hours (5 driving days).
On the Virginia Beach side there are 230 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (147 of them authorized for interstate work), and 4 around Elko (4 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 Elko.
Virginia Beach has a population of about 453,737 and Elko about 21,000. Virginia Beach is considerably denser (1,878 people per square mile versus 1,152), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Nevada levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,140 | $3,830 | $4,670 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,710 | $5,750 | $7,010 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $7,850 | $9,580 | $11,680 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $12,570 | $15,320 | $18,690 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $17,280 | $21,070 | $25,710 |
$3,490–$4,930
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,270–$4,810
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$7,850–$11,680
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Virginia Beach, VA → Elko, NV. 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 $3,140 to $4,670 for a studio, $4,710 to $7,010 for a one-bedroom, $7,850 to $11,680 for a two-bedroom, $12,570 to $18,690 for a three-bedroom and $17,280 to $25,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,524 road miles (2,139 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from Virginia into Nevada 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 $3,490 to $4,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,270 to $4,810. 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 Virginia Beach–Elko corridor.