($262+) Newark, NJ to Arlington, VA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Arlington, VA

Hiring full-service movers from Newark, New Jersey, to Arlington, Virginia, costs between $852 and $5,059. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 222-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $440 - $2,932, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Newark and Arlington. For a rough baseline, movers based in Newark tend to start around $260 plus $120/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $852 - $3,439
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,473 - $4,116
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,939 - $5,059

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 Newark to Arlington.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Arlington, VA

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

What are the best full-service movers from Newark to Arlington?

Look for Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Virginia beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Newark, NJ?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Newark to Arlington with a local mover averages $1,459 - $4,075. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Newark, NJ can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Newark, NJ to Arlington, VA

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Arlington, Virginia, cost between $880 and $2,572. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Arlington. If you go over that window, storage in Newark adds around $130/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $880 - $1,494
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,037 - $2,049
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,419 - $2,572

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Newark, NJ and Arlington, VA. 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 $1,026 in Newark, NJ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $110 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $220 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 Newark to Arlington?

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 Newark, NJ to Arlington, VA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 222 miles from Newark, New Jersey, to Arlington, Virginia, running $278 - $661. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $104 - $118
• Daily insurance: $44/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $29
• Newark daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $278 - $482
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $297 - $548
• 4+ bedrooms: $357 - $661

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $104 - $118 for the 222-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 Newark, New Jersey, for about 5 hours typically costs around $1,026.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 222-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $220 per night, adding $440 - $660 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $73 and $440.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Newark to Arlington?

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 Newark, NJ to Arlington, VA

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 Newark, New Jersey, to Arlington, Virginia. 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. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $830 and $1,689.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $724 - $1,385
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $830 - $1,689
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,091 - $2,078

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 $110 and $220.
• 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 Newark, New Jersey, for roughly five hours typically average $1,026.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Arlington?

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.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Newark, NJ vs Arlington, VA

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