($218+) Baltimore, MD to Jersey City, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Baltimore, MD to Jersey City, NJ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 188-mile move from Baltimore, Maryland, to Jersey City, New Jersey, with prices running from $763 - $4,743. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $335 - $2,236 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Baltimore and Jersey City are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Baltimore movers tend to run around $263 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Baltimore to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $763 - $2,966
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,284 - $3,712
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,838 - $4,743

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 Baltimore to Jersey City.

Specialty moving services from Baltimore, MD to Jersey City, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 95% of Baltimore movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jersey City, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Baltimore to Jersey City?

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

How much do local movers cost in Baltimore, MD?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Baltimore to Jersey City with a local mover averages $1,272 - $3,675. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Baltimore, Maryland, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $786 and $2,333. 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 Baltimore typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Baltimore to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $786 - $1,359
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,000 - $1,915
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,282 - $2,333

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $84 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $168 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 $783 in Baltimore, MD. 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.

What are the best moving containers Baltimore to Jersey City?

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 Baltimore, MD to Jersey City, NJ

A rental truck for this 188-mile move from Baltimore, Maryland, to Jersey City, New Jersey, costs between $205 and $521. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $67 - $76
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Baltimore daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Baltimore to Jersey City based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $205 - $377
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $226 - $445
• 4+ bedrooms: $273 - $521

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $168 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 $73 and $363 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $67 - $76 in fuel for the 188-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $783 in Baltimore, Maryland, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Baltimore to Jersey City?

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 Baltimore, MD to Jersey City, NJ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Baltimore, Maryland, to Jersey City, 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 $1,006 and $1,517.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Baltimore to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $686 - $1,274
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $833 - $1,517
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,090 - $1,980

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Baltimore, Maryland, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $783.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $84 - $168 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Baltimore to Jersey City?

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. Terminal Transportation Services (4.7/5 stars): Terminal Transportation Services 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: Baltimore, MD vs Jersey City, NJ

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