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Cost to move from New York, NY to Virginia Beach, VA
About 344 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,950–$3,190 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $780–$1,280 | $1,030–$1,730 | $810–$1,250 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,120–$1,820 | $1,620–$2,720 | $820–$1,280 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,950–$3,190 | $2,700–$4,540 | $830–$1,310 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,330–$5,460 | $4,580–$7,710 | $850–$1,370 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,450–$7,280 | $6,200–$10,430 | $870–$1,430 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 344 mi) | $1,100 | $1,750 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $80 | $100 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $580 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $18.83/h in Virginia Beach (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 15,048 people moved from New York to Virginia in one year, and 11,930 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,810–$2,960 |
| April | $1,950–$3,190 |
| July | $2,240–$3,670 |
| October | $1,950–$3,190 |
Going the other way? See Virginia Beach to New York.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Virginia Beach?
A 2-bedroom move of about 344 road miles costs roughly $1,950–$3,190 with full-service movers in October, or $830–$1,310 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Virginia Beach?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.