($645+) Orlando, FL to Jersey City, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Orlando, FL to Jersey City, NJ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,068-mile move from Orlando, Florida, to Jersey City, New Jersey, with prices running from $1,812 - $6,701. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $359 - $2,392 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Orlando and Jersey City are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Orlando movers tend to run around $188 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,812 - $4,160
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,216 - $5,232
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,666 - $6,701

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 Orlando to Jersey City.

Specialty moving services from Orlando, FL to Jersey City, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Orlando movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jersey City, 61% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Orlando to Jersey City?

All three below meet the standards set by the New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association, the group most New Jersey movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Orlando, FL to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Orlando, Florida, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $1,207 and $3,766. 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 Orlando typically costs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,207 - $2,248
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,492 - $2,947
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,097 - $3,766

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 Orlando, FL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $837, 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 $90 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $179 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Orlando, FL, and Jersey City, 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 Orlando 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 Orlando, FL to Jersey City, NJ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,068 miles from Orlando, Florida, to Jersey City, New Jersey, running $645 - $1,791. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $406 - $464
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Orlando daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.19

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $645 - $1,341
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $696 - $1,487
• 4+ bedrooms: $903 - $1,791

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $406 - $464 for the 1,068-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 Orlando, Florida, for about 5 hours typically costs around $837.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,068-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $179 per night, adding $359 - $538 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $60 and $359.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Orlando 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 Orlando, FL to Jersey City, NJ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Orlando, Florida, to Jersey City, 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 $1,171 and $2,334.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,001 - $1,868
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,171 - $2,334
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,171

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 $90 and $179.
• 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 Orlando, Florida, for roughly five hours typically average $837.

What are the best freight companies from Orlando to Jersey City?

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: Orlando, FL 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 Orlando 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 1,068-mile move from Orlando, FL, to Jersey City, NJ, costs between $1,812 and $6,701 with full-service movers, $1,207 - $3,766 with a moving container, and $645 - $1,791 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 $2,216 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 Kuehne + Nagel International AG and Tokio Marine Management.