($634+) Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 858-mile move from Atlanta, Georgia, to Newark, New Jersey, with costs ranging from $1,927 - $8,799. 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 Atlanta and Newark. Local movers in Atlanta typically start around $216 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,927 - $4,939
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,542 - $6,284
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,199 - $8,799

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 Atlanta to Newark.

Specialty moving services from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Newark?

New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in New Jersey, on top of the picks below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from Atlanta, Georgia, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $1,209 and $3,901. 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 Atlanta typically runs around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,209 - $2,044
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,539 - $3,040
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,089 - $3,901

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 $853 in Atlanta, GA. 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 $91 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $183 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 Newark, NJ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Atlanta 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 Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 858 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, to Newark, New Jersey, running $598 - $1,661. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $333 - $380
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $24
• Atlanta daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $598 - $1,186
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $652 - $1,409
• 4+ bedrooms: $817 - $1,661

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Atlanta, Georgia, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $853.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $333 - $380 for the 858-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $73 and $396, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $183 per night for hotel stops on the 858-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $365 - $548.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Atlanta 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 Atlanta, GA to Newark, NJ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Atlanta, Georgia, to Newark, New Jersey. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,096 and $2,245.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,068 - $1,952
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,161 - $2,245
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,656 - $2,999

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Atlanta, Georgia, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $853.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $91 - $183 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 Atlanta to Newark?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Bennett Motor Express, LLC (4.7/5 stars): Bennett Motor Express, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta 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.