($198+) 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 $684 - $4,747. 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: $684 - $2,856
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,175 - $3,572
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,569 - $4,747

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: 70% of Baltimore movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jersey City, 61% of movers offer the same service.

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

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.

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 $1,222 - $3,714. Working with a local mover based in Baltimore, MD often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Baltimore, MD to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Baltimore, Maryland, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $718 and $2,112. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Baltimore runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $718 - $1,243
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $915 - $1,789
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,309 - $2,112

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Baltimore, MD and Jersey City, 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 $783 in Baltimore, MD, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $84 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $168 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 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 $198 and $505. 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: $198 - $349
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $211 - $420
• 4+ bedrooms: $266 - $505

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $67 - $76 for the 188-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Baltimore, Maryland, for about 5 hours typically costs around $783.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 188-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $168 per night, adding $335 - $503 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $56 and $335.

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 good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Baltimore, Maryland, to Jersey City, New Jersey. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $732 and $1,359.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $701 - $1,225
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $732 - $1,359
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,028 - $1,708

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 $84 and $168.
• 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 Baltimore, Maryland, for roughly five hours typically average $783.

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

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

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.

Our take

Full-service movers on the 188-mile route from Baltimore, MD, to Jersey City, NJ, run $684 - $4,747 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $718 - $2,112, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $198 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $1,175, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Kuehne + Nagel International AG and Tokio Marine Management.