($1,566+) Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ Movers
The cost to move from Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ ranges from $1,399 to $13,119, with an average cost of $4,900. Moves can be as low as $1,566 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 2,799 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 Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ
Moving options from Roseville to Jersey City fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,399 - $13,119 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $4,900, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 2,799 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 2,799-mile route from Roseville to Jersey City, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $1,399 for a studio up to $13,119 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $2,082 - $7,542 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $1,583 - $4,392, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $1,837 - $6,154, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 23, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ
Full-service movers for the 2,799-mile relocation from Roseville, California, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $1,399 and $13,119. 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 $418 - $2,788, 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 Roseville typically charge a base rate around $260 plus $130 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Roseville to Jersey City:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,399 - $6,485
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,052 - $7,885
- 4+ bedrooms: $7,467 - $13,119
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 Roseville to Jersey City.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to New Jersey. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
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 Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ
Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Roseville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jersey City, 93% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $697 - $6,970 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready85% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Double Move | $279 - $1,673/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $418 - $3,346 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage54% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs38% of local movers | $1,394 - $4,182 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,485 - $13,940 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,044 - $1,984 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items69% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Auburn Moving & Storage | $1,394 - $3,485 |
| Piano | Any piano type92% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Double Move | $1,115 - $4,879 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling46% of local movers | $418 - $2,091 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect46% of local movers21% nationallyTop pick: Auburn Moving & Storage | $906 - $2,788 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $418 - $20,910+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $418 - $4,879+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Roseville to Jersey City?
Look for New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in New Jersey beyond this list.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Roseville, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ
Moving containers from Roseville, California, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $2,082 and $7,542. 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 Jersey City. If you go over that window, storage in Roseville adds around $120/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Roseville to Jersey City:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,082 - $3,776
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,490 - $5,201
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,471 - $7,542
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $105 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $209 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Jersey City, NJ, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $976 in Roseville, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
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 $2,082. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,490 - $5,201, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Roseville to Jersey City?
- 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 Roseville 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 Roseville:
- Double Move (4.9/5), 3 years in business
- Auburn Moving & Storage (4.7/5), 21 years in business
- Two Men and a Truck Moving (4.6/5), 21 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,799 miles from Roseville, California, to Jersey City, New Jersey, running $1,583 - $4,392. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,241 - $1,419
- Daily insurance: $42/day
- Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
- Roseville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.29
| 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 Roseville to Jersey City based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,583 - $3,162
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,679 - $3,540
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,277 - $4,392
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $1,583 - $4,392 when pricing out a rental truck from Roseville to Jersey City. Fuel alone runs ($1,241 - $1,419) , and overnight lodging ($209/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $209 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 $91 and $453 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $1,241 - $1,419 in fuel for the 2,799-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $976 in Roseville, California, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Roseville to Jersey City?
- 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 Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ
For larger DIY moves from Roseville, California, 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 Jersey City, 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 most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $2,181 and $4,467.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Roseville to Jersey City:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,837 - $3,573
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,181 - $4,467
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,038 - $6,154
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $105 and $209.
- Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
- Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Roseville, California, for roughly five hours typically average $976.
What are the best freight companies from Roseville to Jersey City?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
- Button Transportation, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): Button Transportation, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Jersey City fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Roseville, CA vs Jersey City, NJ
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Roseville and Jersey City to plan around. Cost of living index: 139 vs. 140. Average rent: $2,497/mo vs. $2,975/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 38 vs. 87. Safety index: 80.11 vs. 56.79.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Jersey City, NJ to Roseville, CA guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from California to New Jersey over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 375 movers in our California network to compare for this 2,799-mile move.
Our take
The 2,799-mile move from Roseville, CA, to Jersey City, NJ, costs between $1,399 and $13,119 with full-service movers, $2,082 - $7,542 with a moving container, and $1,583 - $4,392 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $4,052 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Kuehne + Nagel International AG and Tokio Marine Management.
FAQs: Moving from Roseville, CA, to Jersey City, NJ
How do I know a mover is licensed in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs handles the regulation of in-state moving companies. The state’s Division of Consumer Affairs works to ensure that warehousemen (public storage companies) and public movers provide safe, reliable, and ethical services while adhering to all relevant state rules and regulations.
What are the best neighborhoods in Jersey City?
For families, Greenville, Mcginley Square, and West Side are worth a look in Jersey City. If you're moving solo or without kids, Journal Square, Mcginley Square, and The Heights tend to be popular picks instead.
How walkable is Jersey City?
Jersey City has a walkability score of 87 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 64, compared to 38 and 59 in Roseville. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
Is Jersey City a safe place to live?
Jersey City has a safety index of 56.79 out of 100 and a crime index of 43.21, compared to 80.11 and 25.0 in Roseville. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Roseville, CA to Jersey City, NJ?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What percentage of Roseville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 92% of movers in Roseville handle piano moves, and 69% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
