Your planning guide for a long-distance move out of Virginia: cost, top destinations and delivery timing.

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About 263,833 people moved from Virginia to another state in 2024, according to Census estimates. The most common destination was Florida (about 28,901 people), followed by North Carolina and Maryland. The table below shows road miles and planning prices for the busiest routes, measured from Arlington.

Migration source: U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows, 2024 American Community Survey 1-year estimates (people age 1 and over).

Top routes from Virginia

Route2024 moversRoad miles1BR2BR3BR4BR
Arlington, VA to Orlando, FL28,901848$2,850–$3,950$4,550–$6,300$6,300–$8,750$8,000–$11,150
Arlington, VA to Charlotte, NC28,409395$2,150–$3,000$3,500–$4,850$4,800–$6,700$6,150–$8,500
Arlington, VA to Baltimore, MD28,00445$1,650–$2,300$2,450–$3,400$3,400–$4,700$4,300–$6,000
Arlington, VA to Los Angeles, CA18,1002,668$4,500–$6,250$7,200–$10,050$10,000–$13,900$12,750–$17,700
Arlington, VA to Dallas, TX17,9961,325$3,400–$4,750$5,500–$7,600$7,600–$10,550$9,700–$13,400
Arlington, VA to New York City, NY10,310232$1,800–$2,500$2,850–$4,050$4,000–$5,550$5,100–$7,100
Arlington, VA to Atlanta, GA10,298636$2,550–$3,550$4,100–$5,700$5,700–$7,950$7,250–$10,100
Arlington, VA to Columbus, OH9,082417$2,200–$3,050$3,550–$4,950$4,900–$6,850$6,300–$8,700

Planning range, final price after free inventory review. Road miles are OSRM driving distances between the main metros. Packing, stairs, shuttle trucks, storage and specialty items are extra.

From the DC area to these cities

Route guides

Licensed interstate mover

Next Generation Movers, Rockville, MD. USDOT 3764697 · MC 1341637. Check any mover on FMCSA Protect Your Move.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Virginia to Florida?

For Arlington to Orlando (about 848 road miles) our planning range is $4,550–$6,300 for a 2-bedroom home. The final price is set after a free inventory review.

How long will my delivery take?

On that route, plan for roughly 4–10 days after pickup. Shorter routes are faster; your written estimate states the exact window.

Is Next Generation Movers licensed for interstate moves?

Yes. USDOT 3764697, MC 1341637, registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

How do I get a quote?

Call our voice line at (240) 905-4429 for an instant quote, 24/7, call the office at (240) 422-2243, or request an estimate online.

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