($228+) Newark, NJ to Providence, RI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 191-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Providence, Rhode Island, with prices running from $780 - $4,762. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $374 - $2,492 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Newark and Providence 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 Providence:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $780 - $3,058
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,353 - $3,678
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,752 - $4,762

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 Providence.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Providence, 97% of movers offer the same service.

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

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers 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 Providence with a local mover averages $1,420 - $3,861. Working with a local mover based in Newark, NJ often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Newark, NJ to Providence, RI

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Providence, Rhode Island, cost between $772 and $2,428. 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 Providence:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $772 - $1,339
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,077 - $1,872
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,288 - $2,428

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $93 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $187 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Providence, RI, 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 $872 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 Providence?

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 Providence, RI

A rental truck for this 191-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Providence, Rhode Island, costs between $233 and $537. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $76 - $87
• 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 Providence based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $233 - $375
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $238 - $458
• 4+ bedrooms: $305 - $537

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $187 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 $872 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 191-mile drive falls between $76 and $87, 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 $62 and $374 to your total.

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

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 Providence, RI

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 Providence, Rhode Island.

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 $829 and $1,466.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $747 - $1,231
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $829 - $1,466
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,138 - $2,020

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 $872.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $93 and $187 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Providence?

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 Providence, RI

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