($35+) New York City, NY to Newark, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from NYC to Newark, NJ

For the 13-mile move from NYC, New York, to Newark, New Jersey, full-service movers cost between $366 and $3,012. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $472 - $3,144 (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 NYC generally start around $239 plus $110 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $366 - $1,079
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $617 - $1,981
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,002 - $3,012

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 NYC to Newark.

Specialty moving services from NYC to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of New York City 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 NYC to Newark?

New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in New Jersey, 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.

How much do local movers cost in NYC?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from NYC to Newark with a local mover averages $605 - $1,942. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in NYC can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from NYC to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from NYC, New York, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $107 and $1,323. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in NYC typically runs around $190/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $107 - $731
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $331 - $1,036
• 4+ bedrooms: $718 - $1,323

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both NYC 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 $1,100 in NYC, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $118 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $236 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 NYC 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 NYC to Newark, NJ

Renting a moving truck for the 13-mile move from NYC, New York, to Newark, New Jersey, costs between $32 and $132, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $7 - $7
• Daily insurance: $47/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
• NYC daily rental rate: $19 - $50
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.99 - $2.29

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $32 - $86
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $43 - $104
• 4+ bedrooms: $57 - $132

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in NYC, New York, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $1,100.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $7 - $7 for the 13-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 $94 and $511, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $236 per night for hotel stops on the 13-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $472 - $707.

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

If you're moving a larger household from NYC, New York, 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. Most moves on this route fall between $0 and $0.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $0 - $0
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $0 - $0
• 4+ bedrooms: $0 - $0

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 $118 - $236 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 NYC, New York, typically costs $1,100.

What are the best freight companies from NYC to Newark?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: NYC 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 NYC 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.