Fredericksburg, VA

Wilmington, DE → Fredericksburg, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Wilmington to Fredericksburg

About 170 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,280–$3,390, delivery in 1–2 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 152 in Fredericksburg.

  • 170 miroad distance
  • 3 h 38 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,280–$3,3902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 170 miles (144 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 38 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
315 (214 interstate)
Movers at destination
152 (107 interstate)

Reverse: Fredericksburg → Wilmington

Fredericksburg sits about 170 miles southwest of Wilmington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Delaware to Virginia that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,280 to $3,390 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 38 min.

On the Wilmington side there are 315 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (214 of them authorized for interstate work), and 152 around Fredericksburg (107 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 Fredericksburg.

Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Fredericksburg about 28,000. Wilmington is considerably denser (6,507 people per square mile versus 2,678), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Wilmington to Fredericksburg

Full-service estimate for 170 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,280 $1,560 $1,900
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,030
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,280 $2,780 $3,390
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,650 $4,450 $5,430
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,010 $6,120 $7,460

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

$2,280–$3,390

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

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Wilmington (origin)

Bentley Truck Services INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
524125
Based in
Logan Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1,467 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

A Duie Pyle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
113594
MC
39140
Based in
West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,097 trucks, 2,200 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Erdner Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
85873
MC
128698
Based in
Woolwich Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Mdd3 Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3309299
MC
1050934
Based in
Newark, DE 19702 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Wb Adams Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3395310
Based in
New Castle, DE 19720 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Duplicate Of 777773

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
959283
MC
522860
Based in
Media, PA 19063 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Dreamchasers Community Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4526415
MC
1794163
Based in
Woodstown, NJ 08098 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2251093
MC
1484775
Based in
West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

All 315 movers in Wilmington

Near Fredericksburg (destination)

Hilldrup Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
22302
MC
125294
Based in
Stafford, VA 22554 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
297 trucks, 245 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

2c Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3676372
MC
1276873
Based in
Fredricksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Alsop Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2587296
MC
906952
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Cornerstone Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2445478
MC
844963
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

J Barber Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1728636
MC
633397
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Alsop Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1425222
MC
538857
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Patty Sullivan Recon INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
671608
MC
315134
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

All In One Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1695684
MC
622616
Based in
Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 152 movers in Fredericksburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Wilmington to Fredericksburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,280 to $1,900 for a studio, $1,370 to $2,030 for a one-bedroom, $2,280 to $3,390 for a two-bedroom, $3,650 to $5,430 for a three-bedroom and $5,010 to $7,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fredericksburg from Wilmington?

About 170 road miles (144 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 38 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Delaware 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 Wilmington to Fredericksburg?

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 Wilmington–Fredericksburg corridor.