Moving from DC to Richmond, VA
Washington, DC → Richmond · cost, distance and planning
Your planning guide for a long-distance move from DC, Maryland or Virginia to Richmond: cost, road miles and delivery timing.
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Quick answer: Richmond, VA is about 108 road miles from Washington, DC (about 2 hours of driving). A studio or 1-bedroom move from DC, Bethesda, Rockville or Northern Virginia to Richmond is a ballpark $1,650–$2,300 with Next Generation Movers, and a household move usually has a delivery window of roughly 1–3 days. The main thing to plan on this route: I-95 traffic; older Fan District rowhouses with narrow stairs.
Route facts
| Distance | About 108 road miles from Washington, DC |
|---|---|
| Drive time | About 2 hours without stops |
| Typical delivery window | Roughly 1–3 days after pickup (your written estimate sets the exact window) |
| Origins we serve | Washington, DC; Montgomery County, MD (Bethesda, Rockville, Silver Spring); Northern Virginia |
| Main thing to plan | I-95 traffic; older fan district rowhouses with narrow stairs |
Ballpark prices: DC area to Richmond
| Home size | Typical volume | Ballpark range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 bedroom | about 450 cu ft | $1,650–$2,300 |
| 2 bedrooms | about 750 cu ft | $2,450–$3,400 |
| 3 bedrooms | about 1,100 cu ft | $3,400–$4,700 |
| 4+ bedrooms | about 1,500 cu ft and up | $4,300–$6,000 |
These are ballpark ranges from our own pricing, not a binding or non-binding estimate. They include line haul, fuel and standard origin and destination service. They do not include packing, stairs, long carries, a shuttle truck, storage or specialty items like pianos. Your price is confirmed in a written estimate after a free in-home or video survey.
How this route differs
Richmond is the shortest route on this list. The move is usually done in one or two days.
Access and building rules in Richmond
- Fan District and Church Hill rowhouses often have narrow stairs.
- Some streets have limited parking for a large truck.
- Tell the estimator about stairs and walk distance.
Timing and season
Late August is busy because of university move-ins at VCU and the University of Richmond.
If your new home is not ready when the truck arrives, ask about storage-in-transit. Set lease and closing dates by the end of the delivery window, not the first day.
Tips for a DC to Richmond move
- Avoid I-95 rush hour for pickup and delivery.
- Measure stairs for large furniture.
- Ask about delivery on the same day as pickup.
What changes the price
- Volume (cubic feet) after you declutter
- Full packing and unpacking
- Stairs, long walks and elevators
- A shuttle truck when a large truck cannot reach the home
- Storage-in-transit
- Specialty items like pianos, safes and motorcycles
- Guaranteed delivery dates (optional)
See how to read a long-distance moving estimate.
Licensed interstate mover
Next Generation Movers, Rockville, MD. USDOT 3764697 · MC 1341637. Check any mover on FMCSA Protect Your Move and Search for a Registered Mover.
Frequently asked questions
How is a DC to Richmond move priced?
A move of about 108 miles is priced by volume and distance, like a long-distance move. Your written estimate shows the exact price.
Can a DC to Richmond move be done in one day?
Often yes. It depends on the size of the move and access at both ends.
How much does it cost to move from DC to Richmond?
Our ballpark range for a studio or 1-bedroom move from the DC area to Richmond is $1,650–$2,300, and $2,450–$3,400 for 2 bedrooms. These are estimates from our own pricing, not a binding price. Your written estimate after a free survey confirms the price.
How long is the delivery window from DC to Richmond?
The drive is about 2 hours (108 road miles). For a household move, plan for a delivery window of roughly 1–3 days after pickup. Your written estimate states the exact window.
Is Next Generation Movers licensed?
Yes. Next Generation Movers is registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation: USDOT 3764697, MC 1341637. You can check this on the FMCSA website.
Get your ballpark quote
Request an estimate, call our voice line at (240) 905-4429 for an instant ballpark quote, 24/7, or our office line at (240) 422-2243.
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