($135+) Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 125-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Hartford, Connecticut, with prices running from $572 - $3,767. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $369 - $2,460 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Newark and Hartford are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Newark movers tend to run around $260 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $572 - $2,594
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,108 - $3,206
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,456 - $3,767

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 Newark to Hartford.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Hartford, 65% of movers offer the same service.

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

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.

How much do local movers cost in Newark, NJ?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Newark to Hartford with a local mover averages $1,130 - $3,270. A local mover in Newark, NJ is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Hartford, Connecticut, cost between $666 and $2,038. 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 Newark costs roughly $130/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $666 - $1,215
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $855 - $1,669
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,199 - $2,038

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $92 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $185 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Hartford, CT, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $861 in Newark, NJ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Newark to Hartford?

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 Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT

Plan on $135 - $280 for a rental moving truck on the 125-mile route from Newark, New Jersey, to Hartford, Connecticut. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $49 - $56
• Daily insurance: $37/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Newark daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $135 - $197
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $141 - $252
• 4+ bedrooms: $157 - $280

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $49 - $56 for the 125-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 Newark, New Jersey, for about 5 hours typically costs around $861.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 125-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $185 per night, adding $369 - $554 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $62 and $369.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Newark to Hartford?

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 Newark, NJ to Hartford, CT

If you're moving a larger household from Newark, New Jersey, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Hartford, Connecticut.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $719 and $1,335.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $656 - $1,018
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $719 - $1,335
• 4+ bedrooms: $942 - $1,568

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 Newark, New Jersey, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $861.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $92 and $185 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Hartford?

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.

Cost of living: Newark, NJ vs Hartford, CT

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

A move from Newark, NJ, to Hartford, CT, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $572 - $3,767 on the 125-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $666 - $2,038, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $135 - $280. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,108 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Aetna and Prudential Retirement Insurance And Annuity Co.