($58+) New York City, NY to Bridgeport, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from NYC to Bridgeport, CT

Full-service movers for the 61-mile relocation from NYC, New York, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, cost between $466 and $3,075. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $476 - $3,176, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in NYC typically charge a base rate around $239 plus $110 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $466 - $2,176
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $905 - $2,730
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,220 - $3,075

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 NYC to Bridgeport.

Specialty moving services from NYC to Bridgeport, CT

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of New York City movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Bridgeport, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from NYC to Bridgeport?

Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Connecticut, on top of the picks below.

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.

How much do local movers cost in NYC?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from NYC to Bridgeport with a local mover averages $923 - $2,784. A local mover in NYC is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from NYC to Bridgeport, CT

Moving containers from NYC, New York, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, cost between $432 and $1,640. 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 NYC typically runs around $190/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from NYC to Bridgeport:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $432 - $875
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $648 - $1,327
• 4+ bedrooms: $834 - $1,640

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both NYC and Bridgeport, CT. 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 $1,112 in NYC, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $119 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $238 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 NYC to Bridgeport?

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 NYC to Bridgeport, CT

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 61 miles from NYC, New York, to Bridgeport, Connecticut, running $64 - $132. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $31 - $35
• Daily insurance: $48/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $32
• NYC daily rental rate: $19 - $50
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.99 - $2.29

These are typical moving truck rental costs from NYC to Bridgeport based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $64 - $97
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $77 - $126
• 4+ bedrooms: $90 - $132

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $238 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 $103 and $516 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $31 - $35 in fuel for the 61-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,112 in NYC, New York, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from NYC to Bridgeport?

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 NYC to Bridgeport, CT

If you're moving a larger household from NYC, New York, 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 Bridgeport, Connecticut.

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 $0 and $0.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $0 - $0
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $0 - $0
• 4+ bedrooms: $0 - $0

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 NYC, New York, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $1,112.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $119 and $238 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from NYC to Bridgeport?

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: NYC vs Bridgeport, CT

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Bridgeport, side by side with NYC 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.