($1,570+) San Jose, CA to New Haven, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from San Jose, CA to New Haven, CT

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 3,016-mile move from San Jose, California, to New Haven, Connecticut, with costs ranging from $1,469 - $13,103. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $547 - $3,644. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between San Jose and New Haven. Local movers in San Jose typically start around $316 as a base rate plus $119/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from San Jose to New Haven:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,469 - $6,676
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,255 - $8,370
• 4+ bedrooms: $8,491 - $13,103

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 San Jose to New Haven.

Specialty moving services from San Jose, CA to New Haven, CT

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of San Jose movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In New Haven, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from San Jose to New Haven?

Look for Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Connecticut 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 San Jose, CA to New Haven, CT

Moving containers from San Jose, California, to New Haven, Connecticut, cost between $2,046 and $7,535. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in San Jose costs roughly $120/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from San Jose to New Haven:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,046 - $3,954
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,498 - $5,346
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,633 - $7,535

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,275 in San Jose, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $137 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $273 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your New Haven, CT, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers San Jose to New Haven?

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 San Jose, CA to New Haven, CT

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 3,016 miles from San Jose, California, to New Haven, Connecticut, running $1,620 - $4,456. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,748 - $1,998
• Daily insurance: $55/day
• Equipment rentals: $13 - $36
• San Jose daily rental rate: $19 - $49
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from San Jose to New Haven based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,620 - $3,048
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,736 - $3,629
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,196 - $4,456

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $1,748 - $1,998 for the 3,016-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 San Jose, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $1,275.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 3,016-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $273 per night, adding $547 - $820 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $91 and $547.

What are the best moving truck rentals from San Jose to New Haven?

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 San Jose, CA to New Haven, CT

For larger DIY moves from San Jose, California, 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 New Haven, Connecticut.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $2,124 and $4,408.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from San Jose to New Haven:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,878 - $3,699
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,124 - $4,408
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,819 - $5,847

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 San Jose, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,275.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $137 and $273 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from San Jose to New Haven?

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: San Jose, CA vs New Haven, CT

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

The 3,016-mile move from San Jose, CA, to New Haven, CT, costs between $1,469 and $13,103 with full-service movers, $2,046 - $7,535 with a moving container, and $1,620 - $4,456 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $4,255 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include ASSA ABLOY Group and ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions - US.