($262+) Newark, NJ to Boston, MA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA

For the 223-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Boston, Massachusetts, full-service movers cost between $877 and $5,325. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $424 - $2,828 (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 Newark generally start around $260 plus $120 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $877 - $3,205
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,333 - $3,953
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,920 - $5,325

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 Boston.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Boston, 96% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Massachusetts are typically members of the Massachusetts Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining 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 Newark, NJ?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Newark to Boston with a local mover averages $1,359 - $4,032. A local mover in Newark, NJ is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Boston, Massachusetts, cost between $804 and $2,521. 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 Newark runs about $130/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $804 - $1,435
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,059 - $1,968
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,363 - $2,521

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $106 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $212 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Boston, MA, 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 $990 in Newark, NJ. 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 Newark to Boston?

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 Boston, MA

Renting a moving truck for the 223-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Boston, Massachusetts, costs between $254 and $654, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $100 - $115
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• 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 Boston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $254 - $449
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $285 - $564
• 4+ bedrooms: $357 - $654

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Newark, New Jersey, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $990.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $100 - $115 for the 223-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 $85 and $460, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $212 per night for hotel stops on the 223-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $424 - $636.

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

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 Boston, MA

For larger DIY moves from Newark, New Jersey, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Boston, Massachusetts.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $881 and $1,656.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $732 - $1,358
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $881 - $1,656
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,182 - $1,996

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 $106 - $212 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 Newark, New Jersey, typically costs $990.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Boston?

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. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. 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: Newark, NJ vs Boston, MA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Boston, 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.