($336+) Rochester, NY to Jersey City, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Rochester, NY to Jersey City, NJ

For the 330-mile move from Rochester, New York, to Jersey City, New Jersey, full-service movers cost between $907 and $5,840. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $328 - $2,188 (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 Rochester generally start around $294 plus $216 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $907 - $3,393
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,510 - $4,287
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,320 - $5,840

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 Rochester to Jersey City.

Specialty moving services from Rochester, NY to Jersey City, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Rochester 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 Rochester to Jersey City?

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 Rochester, NY?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Rochester to Jersey City with a local mover averages $1,435 - $4,073. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, NY to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Rochester, New York, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $951 and $2,888. 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 Rochester typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $951 - $1,635
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,181 - $2,205
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,623 - $2,888

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $82 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $164 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 $766 in Rochester, NY. 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 Rochester 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 Rochester, NY to Jersey City, NJ

Plan on $350 - $931 for a rental moving truck on the 330-mile route from Rochester, New York, to Jersey City, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $115 - $131
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Rochester daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $350 - $619
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $354 - $704
• 4+ bedrooms: $439 - $931

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $164 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 $71 and $356 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $115 - $131 in fuel for the 330-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $766 in Rochester, New York, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Rochester 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 Rochester, NY to Jersey City, NJ

If you're moving a larger household from Rochester, 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 Jersey City, 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 $907 and $1,764.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $831 - $1,486
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $907 - $1,764
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,175 - $2,219

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Rochester, New York, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $766.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $82 - $164 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 Rochester to Jersey City?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Stingray Transport, LLC (4.42/5 stars): Stingray Transport, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Rochester, NY 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 Rochester 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.