($678+) Memphis, TN to Newark, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Newark, NJ

Hiring full-service movers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Newark, New Jersey, costs between $2,162 and $8,226. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,086-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $317 - $2,112, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Memphis and Newark. For a rough baseline, movers based in Memphis tend to start around $334 plus $125/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Memphis to Newark:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,162 - $4,964
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,634 - $6,325
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,158 - $8,226

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Memphis to Newark.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market: 41% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Newark, 62% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Memphis to Newark?

All three below meet the standards set by the New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association, the group most New Jersey movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Memphis, TN to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $1,194 and $3,888. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Memphis runs about $45/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Memphis to Newark:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,194 - $2,118
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,568 - $2,887
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,118 - $3,888

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $739 in Memphis, TN. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $79 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $158 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Newark, NJ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Memphis to Newark?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Memphis, TN to Newark, NJ

Renting a moving truck for the 1,086-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Newark, New Jersey, costs between $678 and $1,882, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $365 - $417
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Memphis to Newark based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $678 - $1,247
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $784 - $1,593
• 4+ bedrooms: $947 - $1,882

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Memphis, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $739.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $365 - $417 for the 1,086-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $63 and $343, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $158 per night for hotel stops on the 1,086-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $317 - $475.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis to Newark?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Memphis, TN to Newark, NJ

For larger DIY moves from Memphis, Tennessee, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Newark, New Jersey.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,157 and $2,334.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Memphis to Newark:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,011 - $2,063
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,157 - $2,334
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,628 - $3,271

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $79 - $158 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Memphis, Tennessee, typically costs $739.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to Newark?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Memphis, TN vs Newark, NJ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Newark, side by side with Memphis on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

For a move from Memphis, TN, to Newark, NJ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,162 for a studio to $8,226 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,086-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,194 - $3,888. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $678 - $1,882, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,634 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Panasonic Corporation of North America and Prudential Financial.