Williamsburg, VA → Harrisonburg, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Williamsburg to Harrisonburg

About 169 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,300–$3,420, delivery in 1–2 days, 33 carriers on the Williamsburg side and 71 in Harrisonburg.

169 miroad distance
3 h 37 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,300–$3,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Williamsburg, Virginia
To: Harrisonburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 169 miles (143 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 37 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Virginia)
Movers at origin: 33 (25 interstate)
Movers at destination: 71 (53 interstate)

Reverse: Harrisonburg → Williamsburg

Moving from Williamsburg to Harrisonburg is a regional long-distance move of roughly 169 road miles, heading northwest within 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 $2,300 to $3,420 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 37 min.

On the Williamsburg side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (25 of them authorized for interstate work), and 71 around Harrisonburg (53 interstate). For an in-state 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 Harrisonburg.

Williamsburg has a population of about 16,000 and Harrisonburg about 52,000. Harrisonburg is the denser city (2,989 people per square mile versus 1,726 in Williamsburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Williamsburg to Harrisonburg

Full-service estimate for 169 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,580	$1,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,380	$1,680	$2,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,300	$2,800	$3,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,680	$4,480	$5,470
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,050	$6,160	$7,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$320–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,300–$3,420

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 Williamsburg (origin)

The Other Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 915026
MC: 396031
Based in: Hayes, VA 23072 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (804) 642-0019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amgine LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348666
MC: 1700037
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (757) 771-4090 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ae Moving LLC

USDOT: 4126677
MC: 1763682
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23185 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 387-0516 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jdr Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4063961
MC: 1542558
Based in: Gloucester, VA 23061 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (757) 897-7274 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Warriors LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2888273
MC: 969885
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (757) 848-8302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dch Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3676008
MC: 1388976
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (757) 784-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

E And B Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Eldridge Author Hill Jr

USDOT: 1549689
MC: 575739
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 238-3415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sontonio Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048533
MC: 48599
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (757) 696-6161 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Williamsburg

Near Harrisonburg (destination)

Crosby Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 32052
MC: 142823
Based in: Mt Sidney, VA 24467 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 234-9268 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 465237
MC: 220297
Based in: Weyers Cave, VA 24486 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (540) 234-9185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige Auto Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Prestige Auto LLC

USDOT: 1306068
MC: 506578
Based in: Mount Crawford, VA 22841 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 442-1993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunset Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1412509
MC: 534955
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (866) 429-1415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Infinit Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1762150
MC: 644105
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22802 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (540) 746-7434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bg Flash Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2571950
MC: 903775
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 560-4144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Croy Building And Excavating INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1956900
MC: 1784413
Based in: Elkton, VA 22827 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (540) 298-5086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jl Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3532178
MC: 1176260
Based in: Rockingham, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 818-2158 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Harrisonburg

Tips for this move

Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Harrisonburg: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Williamsburg to Harrisonburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,380 to $2,050 for a one-bedroom, $2,300 to $3,420 for a two-bedroom, $3,680 to $5,470 for a three-bedroom and $5,050 to $7,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Harrisonburg from Williamsburg?

About 169 road miles (143 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 37 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Williamsburg and Harrisonburg are in Virginia, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Williamsburg to Harrisonburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Williamsburg–Harrisonburg corridor.