($533+) Newark, NJ to Lansing, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Lansing, MI

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 669-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Lansing, Michigan, with prices running from $1,433 - $8,015. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $344 - $2,292 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Newark and Lansing 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 Lansing:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,433 - $4,138
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,200 - $5,111
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,791 - $8,015

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 Lansing.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Lansing, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Lansing, 82% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Michigan Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Michigan 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.

Moving container costs from Newark, NJ to Lansing, MI

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Lansing, Michigan, cost between $1,019 and $3,618. 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 Lansing:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,019 - $1,959
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,361 - $2,685
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,857 - $3,618

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Newark, NJ and Lansing, 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 $802 in Newark, NJ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $86 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $172 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 Lansing?

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 Lansing, MI

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 669 miles from Newark, New Jersey, to Lansing, Michigan, running $512 - $1,363. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $244 - $279
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• 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 Lansing based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $512 - $930
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $558 - $1,104
• 4+ bedrooms: $690 - $1,363

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $172 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Newark, New Jersey, usually costs about $802 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 669-mile drive falls between $244 and $279, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $57 and $344 to your total.

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

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 Lansing, MI

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 Lansing, Michigan.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,079 and $2,212.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $926 - $1,763
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,079 - $2,212
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,472 - $2,895

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 $802.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $86 and $172 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Lansing?

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.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Newark, NJ vs Lansing, MI

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