($716+) Newark, NJ to Tampa, FL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Tampa, FL

For the 1,124-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Tampa, Florida, full-service movers cost between $2,079 and $8,367. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $368 - $2,452 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Newark generally start around $260 plus $120 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,079 - $4,583
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,445 - $5,859
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,041 - $8,367

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 Tampa.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Tampa, FL

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tampa, 93% of movers offer the same service.

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

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Professional Movers Association of Florida is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Newark, NJ to Tampa, FL

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Tampa, Florida, cost between $1,252 and $4,340. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Newark runs about $130/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,252 - $2,315
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,710 - $3,223
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,245 - $4,340

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 Newark, NJ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $858, 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 $92 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $184 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Newark, NJ, and Tampa, FL, 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 Newark to Tampa?

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 Tampa, FL

Plan on $745 - $2,115 for a rental moving truck on the 1,124-mile route from Newark, New Jersey, to Tampa, Florida. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $438 - $501
• 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 Tampa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $745 - $1,390
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $806 - $1,770
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,043 - $2,115

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Newark, New Jersey, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $858.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $438 - $501 for the 1,124-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 $74 and $398, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $184 per night for hotel stops on the 1,124-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $368 - $552.

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

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 Tampa, FL

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Newark, New Jersey, to Tampa, Florida, 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. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,354 and $2,552.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,081 - $2,083
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,354 - $2,552
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,726 - $3,266

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $92 - $184 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Newark, New Jersey, for about five hours typically runs $858.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Tampa?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Newark, NJ vs Tampa, FL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tampa, 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.