($1,380+) Tucson, AZ to Newark, NJ Movers

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

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,393-mile move from Tucson, Arizona, to Newark, New Jersey, with prices running from $2,503 - $11,260. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $337 - $2,244 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Tucson and Newark are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Tucson movers tend to run around $160 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,503 - $5,482
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,440 - $7,430
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,465 - $11,260

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 Tucson to Newark.

Specialty moving services from Tucson, AZ to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market: 48% of Tucson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Newark, 62% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in New Jersey 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.

Moving container costs from Tucson, AZ to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from Tucson, Arizona, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $1,701 and $6,202. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Tucson typically runs around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,701 - $3,188
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,316 - $4,710
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,215 - $6,202

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $84 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $168 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $785 in Tucson, AZ, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Newark, NJ, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ to Newark, NJ

Plan on $1,380 - $3,672 for a rental moving truck on the 2,393-mile route from Tucson, Arizona, to Newark, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $854 - $976
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Tucson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,380 - $2,465
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,394 - $3,056
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,815 - $3,672

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $168 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 Tucson, Arizona, usually costs about $785 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,393-mile drive falls between $854 and $976, 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 $56 and $337 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ to Newark, NJ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tucson, Arizona, to Newark, New Jersey, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,745 and $3,694.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,625 - $3,049
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,745 - $3,694
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,597 - $5,114

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 Tucson, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $785.

What are the best freight companies from Tucson 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.

Cost of living: Tucson, 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 Tucson 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

For a move from Tucson, AZ, to Newark, NJ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,503 for a studio to $11,260 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 2,393-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,701 - $6,202. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,380 - $3,672, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,440 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Panasonic Corporation of North America and Prudential Financial.