($1,538+) Anaheim, CA to Jersey City, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Anaheim, CA to Jersey City, NJ

For the 2,767-mile move from Anaheim, California, to Jersey City, New Jersey, full-service movers cost between $1,413 and $12,097. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $465 - $3,100 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Anaheim generally start around $182 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Anaheim to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,413 - $6,109
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,011 - $7,971
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,932 - $12,097

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 Anaheim to Jersey City.

Specialty moving services from Anaheim, CA to Jersey City, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 84% of Anaheim movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jersey City, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Anaheim to Jersey City?

Movers licensed to operate in New Jersey are typically members of the New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Anaheim, CA to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Anaheim, California, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $1,969 and $7,791. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Anaheim typically costs about $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Anaheim to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,969 - $4,024
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,606 - $5,551
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,487 - $7,791

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 $1,085 in Anaheim, CA. 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 $116 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $233 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 Jersey City, NJ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Anaheim to Jersey City?

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 Anaheim, CA to Jersey City, NJ

Plan on $1,602 - $4,583 for a rental moving truck on the 2,767-mile route from Anaheim, California, to Jersey City, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,365 - $1,560
• Daily insurance: $47/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
• Anaheim daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Anaheim to Jersey City based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,602 - $2,950
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,769 - $3,660
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,303 - $4,583

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Anaheim, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $1,085.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $1,365 - $1,560 for the 2,767-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 $93 and $504, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $233 per night for hotel stops on the 2,767-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $465 - $698.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Anaheim to Jersey City?

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 Anaheim, CA to Jersey City, NJ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Anaheim, California, to Jersey City, New Jersey. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,395 and $4,397.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Anaheim to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,899 - $3,553
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,168 - $4,397
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,847 - $5,877

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Anaheim, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $1,085.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $116 - $233 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Anaheim to Jersey City?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Anaheim, CA vs Jersey City, NJ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Jersey City, side by side with Anaheim 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.