($1,697+) San Jose, CA to Manchester, NH Movers

Full-service moving costs from San Jose, CA to Manchester, NH

For the 3,169-mile move from San Jose, California, to Manchester, New Hampshire, full-service movers cost between $1,494 and $14,147. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $549 - $3,660 (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 San Jose generally start around $316 plus $119 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from San Jose to Manchester:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,494 - $6,651
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,412 - $8,588
• 4+ bedrooms: $8,048 - $14,147

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 San Jose to Manchester.

Specialty moving services from San Jose, CA to Manchester, NH

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of San Jose movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Manchester, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from San Jose to Manchester?

New Hampshire Motor Transport Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in New Hampshire, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from San Jose, CA to Manchester, NH

Moving containers from San Jose, California, to Manchester, New Hampshire, cost between $2,229 and $7,499. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in San Jose costs roughly $120/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from San Jose to Manchester:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,229 - $3,979
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,644 - $6,005
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,844 - $7,499

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 San Jose, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $1,281, 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 $137 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $275 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both San Jose, CA, and Manchester, NH, 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.

What are the best moving containers San Jose to Manchester?

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 San Jose, CA to Manchester, NH

Truck rentals from San Jose, California, to Manchester, New Hampshire, range from $1,818 - $5,061 for the 3,169-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,845 - $2,109
• Daily insurance: $55/day
• Equipment rentals: $13 - $37
• San Jose daily rental rate: $19 - $49
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from San Jose to Manchester based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,818 - $3,361
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,894 - $4,041
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,348 - $5,061

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $275 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in San Jose, California, usually costs about $1,281 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 3,169-mile drive falls between $1,845 and $2,109, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $92 and $549 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from San Jose to Manchester?

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 San Jose, CA to Manchester, NH

For larger DIY moves from San Jose, 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 Manchester, New Hampshire.

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 $2,093 and $4,757.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from San Jose to Manchester:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,949 - $3,875
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,093 - $4,757
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,106 - $5,999

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 $137 - $275 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 San Jose, California, typically costs $1,281.

What are the best freight companies from San Jose to Manchester?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. PRO Logistics (4.54/5 stars): PRO Logistics is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: San Jose, CA vs Manchester, NH

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