($629+) Newark, NJ to Milwaukee, WI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Milwaukee, WI

For the 880-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, full-service movers cost between $1,785 and $8,117. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $349 - $2,324 (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 Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,785 - $4,340
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,299 - $5,492
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,052 - $8,117

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 Milwaukee.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Milwaukee, WI

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Milwaukee, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Wisconsin Movers Association, the group most Wisconsin movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Newark, NJ to Milwaukee, WI

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, cost between $1,104 and $4,065. 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 Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,104 - $2,066
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,495 - $2,809
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,091 - $4,065

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Newark, NJ and Milwaukee, WI. 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 $813 in Newark, NJ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $87 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $174 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 Milwaukee?

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 Milwaukee, WI

Plan on $635 - $1,801 for a rental moving truck on the 880-mile route from Newark, New Jersey, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $325 - $372
• 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 Milwaukee based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $635 - $1,200
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $665 - $1,412
• 4+ bedrooms: $817 - $1,801

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $174 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 $378 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $325 - $372 in fuel for the 880-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $813 in Newark, New Jersey, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Milwaukee, WI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Newark, New Jersey, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 $1,046 and $2,460.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,016 - $1,839
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,196 - $2,460
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,625 - $3,098

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 $87 - $174 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Newark, New Jersey, for about five hours typically runs $813.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Milwaukee?

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 Milwaukee, WI

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