($1,410+) Tempe, AZ to Newark, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Newark, NJ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,388-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Newark, New Jersey, with costs ranging from $2,483 - $12,335. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $365 - $2,436. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tempe and Newark. Local movers in Tempe typically start around $200 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,483 - $5,548
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,518 - $7,216
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,815 - $12,335

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 Tempe to Newark.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Newark, 94% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in New Jersey are typically members of the New Jersey Warehouse & 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.

Moving container costs from Tempe, AZ to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $1,792 and $6,533. 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 Tempe runs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,792 - $3,193
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,321 - $4,956
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,035 - $6,533

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Tempe, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $853, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $91 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $183 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Tempe, AZ, and Newark, NJ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Tempe to Newark?

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 Tempe, AZ to Newark, NJ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,388 miles from Tempe, Arizona, to Newark, New Jersey, running $1,343 - $3,678. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $925 - $1,058
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $24
• Tempe daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,343 - $2,494
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,484 - $3,000
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,782 - $3,678

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $183 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Tempe, Arizona, usually costs about $853 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,388-mile drive falls between $925 and $1,058, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $61 and $365 to your total.

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

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 Tempe, AZ to Newark, 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 Tempe, Arizona, to Newark, 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. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,784 and $3,739.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,534 - $3,026
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,784 - $3,739
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,453 - $5,381

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Tempe, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $853.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $91 and $183 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Newark?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Newark, NJ

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