($127+) Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 116-mile move from Wilmington, Delaware, to Newark, New Jersey, with prices running from $611 - $3,830. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $349 - $2,328 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Wilmington and Newark are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Wilmington movers tend to run around $334 as a base rate plus $150/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $611 - $2,656
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,107 - $3,020
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,518 - $3,830

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 Wilmington to Newark.

Specialty moving services from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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.

How much do local movers cost in Wilmington, DE?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Wilmington to Newark with a local mover averages $1,074 - $2,930. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Wilmington, DE often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from Wilmington, Delaware, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $722 and $1,945. 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 Wilmington typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $722 - $1,175
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $926 - $1,582
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,187 - $1,945

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Wilmington, DE and Newark, NJ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $815 in Wilmington, DE, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $87 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $175 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ

Truck rentals from Wilmington, Delaware, to Newark, New Jersey, range from $127 - $257 for the 116-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $43 - $49
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Wilmington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $127 - $201
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $133 - $212
• 4+ bedrooms: $159 - $257

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $43 - $49 for the 116-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 Wilmington, Delaware, for about 5 hours typically costs around $815.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 116-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $175 per night, adding $349 - $524 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $58 and $349.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ

For larger DIY moves from Wilmington, Delaware, 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 Newark, New Jersey.

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 $771 and $1,291.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $683 - $1,102
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $771 - $1,291
• 4+ bedrooms: $931 - $1,702

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Wilmington, Delaware, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $815.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $87 - $175 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 Wilmington to Newark?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. Pipco Transportation, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): Pipco Transportation, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington 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.