Warren, MI → Arlington, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Warren to Arlington

About 470 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,310–$4,920, delivery in 1–3 days, 780 carriers on the Warren side and 1,290 in Arlington.

470 miroad distance
8 h 48 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,310–$4,9202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Warren, Michigan
To: Arlington, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 470 miles (398 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 48 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 780 (334 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,290 (809 interstate)

Reverse: Arlington → Warren

Moving from Warren to Arlington is a regional long-distance move of roughly 470 road miles, heading southeast from Michigan 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 $3,310 to $4,920 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 48 min.

On the Warren side there are 780 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (334 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,290 around Arlington (809 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 Arlington.

Warren has a population of about 137,138 and Arlington about 240,000. Arlington is the denser city (9,180 people per square mile versus 4,052 in Warren), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Warren to Arlington

Full-service estimate for 470 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,320	$1,610	$1,970
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,980	$2,420	$2,950
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,310	$4,030	$4,920
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,290	$6,450	$7,870
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,280	$8,870	$10,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$780–$1,100

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

Portable container

$1,440–$2,120

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

Full-service mover

$3,310–$4,920

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 Warren (origin)

Priority Waste

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Priority Waste LLC

USDOT: 3097519
Based in: Clinton Township, MI 48038 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 859 trucks, 682 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 228-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC

USDOT: 1162977
MC: 468507
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 233-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rzs Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3171509
MC: 118718
Based in: Warren, MI 48093 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 343-8680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512112
MC: 871317
Based in: Hamtramck, MI 48212 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

McClay Transportation USA LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2465324
MC: 852043
Based in: Harrison Township, MI 48045 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 96 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (810) 533-8989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miami Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3091915
MC: 72427
Based in: Dearborn, MI 48126 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 82 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (248) 214-1745 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistic One LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1339068
MC: 515593
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (586) 775-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

General Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1556061
MC: 578193
Based in: Warren, MI 48091 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (866) 943-6878 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 780 movers in Warren

Near Arlington (destination)

Evo Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ritter Transport INC

USDOT: 436004
MC: 239770
Based in: Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (480) 485-5862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 388638
MC: 208997
Based in: Temple Hills, MD 20748 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 899-2022 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

John W Ritter Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 6903
MC: 1664339
Based in: Capital Heights, MD 20743 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (480) 582-2760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geva Transportationgeva Logisticsgeva Freight Forwarding S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Geva Transportation LLC

USDOT: 2845842
MC: 954130
Based in: Clinton, MD 20735 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (240) 284-3828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike Dancy

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michael Dancy

USDOT: 4231672
MC: 1637268
Based in: Clinton, MD 20735 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (301) 643-4471 Route Verify on FMCSA

Interstate Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 32658
MC: 1745
Based in: West Springfield, VA 22152 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (703) 569-2121 Route Verify on FMCSA

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3268506
MC: 1031430
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20785 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (702) 366-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,290 movers in Arlington

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Warren to Arlington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,980 to $2,950 for a one-bedroom, $3,310 to $4,920 for a two-bedroom, $5,290 to $7,870 for a three-bedroom and $7,280 to $10,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arlington from Warren?

About 470 road miles (398 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 48 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Michigan 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 Warren to Arlington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $780 to $1,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,440 to $2,120. 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 Warren–Arlington corridor.