($471+) Newark, NJ to Ann Arbor, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Ann Arbor, MI

For the 606-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, full-service movers cost between $1,372 and $7,701. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $370 - $2,468 (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 Ann Arbor:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,372 - $3,720
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,069 - $5,092
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,714 - $7,701

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 Newark to Ann Arbor.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Ann Arbor, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Ann Arbor, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

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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 Ann Arbor, MI

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, cost between $998 and $3,250. 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 Newark typically runs around $130/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $998 - $1,836
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,399 - $2,488
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,725 - $3,250

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Newark, NJ and Ann Arbor, MI. 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 $864 in Newark, NJ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $93 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $185 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 Newark to Ann Arbor?

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 Ann Arbor, MI

Plan on $466 - $1,340 for a rental moving truck on the 606-mile route from Newark, New Jersey, to Ann Arbor, Michigan. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $238 - $272
• 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 Ann Arbor based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $466 - $889
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $540 - $1,099
• 4+ bedrooms: $635 - $1,340

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $185 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $80 and $401 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $238 - $272 in fuel for the 606-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $864 in Newark, New Jersey, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Newark to Ann Arbor?

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 Ann Arbor, MI

For larger DIY moves from Newark, New Jersey, 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 Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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 $1,066 and $2,136.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $917 - $1,687
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,066 - $2,136
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,409 - $2,654

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 $864.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $93 and $185 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Ann Arbor?

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. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, 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: Newark, NJ vs Ann Arbor, MI

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