($1,706+) Tacoma, WA to Newark, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tacoma, WA to Newark, NJ

For the 2,843-mile move from Tacoma, Washington, to Newark, New Jersey, full-service movers cost between $3,059 and $15,527. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $383 - $2,556 (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 Tacoma generally start around $316 plus $133 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,059 - $7,023
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,896 - $9,257
• 4+ bedrooms: $9,390 - $15,527

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 Tacoma to Newark.

Specialty moving services from Tacoma, WA to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 97% of Tacoma movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Newark, 94% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tacoma 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 Tacoma, WA to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from Tacoma, Washington, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $2,084 and $7,260. 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 Tacoma typically costs about $110/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,084 - $3,899
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,545 - $5,376
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,585 - $7,260

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tacoma, WA and Newark, NJ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $895 in Tacoma, WA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $96 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $192 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Tacoma 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 Tacoma, WA to Newark, NJ

Plan on $1,673 - $4,697 for a rental moving truck on the 2,843-mile route from Tacoma, Washington, to Newark, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,156 - $1,321
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• Tacoma daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,673 - $3,245
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,777 - $3,788
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,179 - $4,697

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $192 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 Tacoma, Washington, usually costs about $895 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,843-mile drive falls between $1,156 and $1,321, 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 $64 and $383 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tacoma 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 Tacoma, WA to Newark, NJ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Tacoma, Washington, to Newark, 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 $1,150 and $4,345.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,876 - $3,368
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,056 - $4,345
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,985 - $5,990

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 $96 - $192 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 Tacoma, Washington, typically costs $895.

What are the best freight companies from Tacoma to Newark?

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. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport 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: Tacoma, WA vs Newark, NJ

Day-to-day costs in Newark are close to what you're used to in Tacoma: cost of living index of 135 versus 123, with average rent of $2,300/mo compared to $1,650/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 54/100 and 44.45/100 in Tacoma versus 76/100 and 24.76/100 in Newark.