($860+) Newark, NJ to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Fargo, ND

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,420-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Fargo, North Dakota, with costs ranging from $1,984 - $8,116. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $352 - $2,348. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Newark and Fargo. Local movers in Newark typically start around $260 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,984 - $4,873
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,730 - $6,078
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,825 - $8,116

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 Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fargo, 33% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Newark, NJ to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,363 and $4,876. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Newark typically costs about $130/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,363 - $2,597
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,793 - $3,312
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,413 - $4,876

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $88 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $176 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $822 in Newark, NJ, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Fargo, ND, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Newark to Fargo?

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 Fargo, ND

Renting a moving truck for the 1,420-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Fargo, North Dakota, costs between $860 and $2,272, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $530 - $606
• Daily insurance: $35/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 Fargo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $860 - $1,630
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $921 - $1,978
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,159 - $2,272

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $176 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 $76 and $382 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $530 - $606 in fuel for the 1,420-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $822 in Newark, New Jersey, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Fargo, ND

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Newark, New Jersey, to Fargo, North Dakota. 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 $1,057 and $2,873.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,227 - $2,225
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,324 - $2,873
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,912 - $3,604

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 $822.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $88 and $176 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Fargo?

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 Fargo, ND

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

How you handle your interstate move from Newark, NJ, to Fargo, ND, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,984 - $8,116 on the 1,420-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,363 - $4,876 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $860 - $2,272 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,730 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Noridian Mutual Insurance Company and TMI Hospitality.