($1,447+) Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ Movers
The cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ ranges from $1,293 to $12,010, with an average cost of $4,600. Moves can be as low as $1,447 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 2,779 miles and usually takes 7 to 21 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ
Moving options from Los Angeles to Newark fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,293 - $12,010 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $4,600, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 35% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 57% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 2,779 miles and typically takes 7 to 21 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,779-mile route from Los Angeles to Newark, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,293 - $6,176, container $1,887 - $3,745, rental truck $1,477 - $3,071, freight trailer $1,681 - $3,205.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $3,938 - $7,985, container $2,547 - $5,163, rental truck $1,699 - $3,691, freight trailer $1,879 - $4,337.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $6,970 - $12,010, container $3,410 - $7,325, rental truck $2,002 - $4,401, freight trailer $2,620 - $5,804.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ
Full-service movers for the 2,779-mile relocation from Los Angeles, California, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $1,293 and $12,010. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $454 - $3,024, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Los Angeles typically charge a base rate around $200 plus $100 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Los Angeles to Newark:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,293 - $6,176
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,938 - $7,985
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,970 - $12,010
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 Los Angeles to Newark.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ
Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Los Angeles movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Newark, 62% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing78% of local movers | $756 - $7,560 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready56% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: SOS Moving, LLC | $302 - $1,814/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $454 - $3,629 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage14% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs53% of local movers | $1,512 - $4,536 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,780 - $15,120 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,132 - $2,152 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items29% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: SOS Moving, LLC | $1,512 - $3,780 |
| Piano | Any piano type40% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: SOS Moving, LLC | $1,210 - $5,292 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling10% of local movers | $454 - $2,268 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect4% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Silicon Valley Moving and Storage (CA) | $983 - $3,024 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $454 - $22,680+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $454 - $5,292+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to Newark?
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Los Angeles, CA. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ
Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $1,887 and $7,325. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Newark. If you go over that window, storage in Los Angeles adds around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to Newark:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,887 - $3,745
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,547 - $5,163
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,410 - $7,325
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Los Angeles, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $1,058, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $113 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $227 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Los Angeles, CA, and Newark, NJ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to New Jersey move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,887. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $2,547 - $5,163.
What are the best moving containers Los Angeles to Newark?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Los Angeles to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Los Angeles:
- Box-N-Go, LLC (4.8/5), 19 years in business
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
- Best California Movers (5.0/5), 8 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ
Plan on $1,477 - $4,401 for a rental moving truck on the 2,779-mile route from Los Angeles, California, to Newark, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,337 - $1,528
- Daily insurance: $45/day
- Equipment rentals: $11 - $30
- Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles to Newark based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,477 - $3,071
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,699 - $3,691
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,002 - $4,401
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Los Angeles to Newark starts at $1,477 - $4,401, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($1,337 - $1,528), overnight lodging ($227/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for roughly $600 - $1,200 more on top of fuel and lodging to cover meals, equipment, and other extras.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $227 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $98 and $491 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $1,337 - $1,528 in fuel for the 2,779-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,058 in Los Angeles, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to Newark?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ
If you're moving a larger household from Los Angeles, California, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Newark, New Jersey.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,879 and $4,337.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to Newark:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,681 - $3,205
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,879 - $4,337
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,620 - $5,804
Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $113 - $227 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Los Angeles, California, for about five hours typically runs $1,058.
What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to Newark?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Los Angeles to Newark. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA 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 Los Angeles on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Los Angeles, CA | Newark, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 162 | 135 |
| Average rent | $2,960/mo | $2,300/mo |
| Median home value | $878,142 | $335,418 |
| Average income | $80,366/yr | $48,416/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 10.6% | 13.0% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 10.7% |
| Walkability score | 69/100 | 76/100 |
| Safety index | 46.19/100 | 24.76/100 |
| Air quality | Moderate | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
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Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Los Angeles, CA, to Newark, NJ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,293 - $12,010 on the 2,779-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,887 - $7,325 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,477 - $4,401 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,938 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Panasonic Corporation of North America and Prudential Financial.
FAQs: Moving from Los Angeles, CA, to Newark, NJ
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
Is Newark a safe place to live?
Newark has a safety index of 24.76 out of 100 and a crime index of 75.24, compared to 46.19 and 53.81 in Los Angeles. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What is the cheapest way to move from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,699 - $3,691. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What are the best neighborhoods in Newark?
For families, Downtown, Upper Vailsburg, and Seventh Avenue are worth a look in Newark. If you're moving solo or without kids, North Ironbound, South Ironbound, and Downtown tend to be popular picks instead.
How long does a move from Los Angeles, CA to Newark, NJ take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 7 to 21 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What percentage of Los Angeles movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 40% of movers in Los Angeles handle piano moves, and 29% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.