($452+) Columbus, OH to Jersey City, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Columbus, OH to Jersey City, NJ

Hiring full-service movers from Columbus, Ohio, to Jersey City, New Jersey, costs between $1,412 and $8,418. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 532-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $332 - $2,212, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Columbus and Jersey City. For a rough baseline, movers based in Columbus tend to start around $325 plus $145/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Columbus to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,412 - $3,993
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,345 - $6,025
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,078 - $8,418

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 Columbus to Jersey City.

Specialty moving services from Columbus, OH to Jersey City, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Columbus movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jersey City, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Columbus to Jersey City?

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Columbus, OH to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Columbus, Ohio, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $1,055 and $3,241. 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 Columbus runs about $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Columbus to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,055 - $1,822
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,287 - $2,392
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,715 - $3,241

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Columbus, OH, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $774, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $83 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $166 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Columbus, OH, and Jersey City, NJ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Columbus to Jersey City?

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 Columbus, OH to Jersey City, NJ

Plan on $434 - $1,246 for a rental moving truck on the 532-mile route from Columbus, Ohio, to Jersey City, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $187 - $214
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Columbus daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Columbus to Jersey City based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $434 - $872
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $492 - $1,004
• 4+ bedrooms: $631 - $1,246

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $83 and $387.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $166.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $187 and $214 for the 532-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $774 for 2 movers in Columbus, Ohio, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Columbus to Jersey City?

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 Columbus, OH to Jersey City, NJ

If you're moving a larger household from Columbus, Ohio, 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 Jersey City, New Jersey.

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 $1,010 and $2,014.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Columbus to Jersey City:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $905 - $1,624
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,010 - $2,014
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,413 - $2,439

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $83 and $166.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Columbus, Ohio, for roughly five hours typically average $774.

What are the best freight companies from Columbus to Jersey City?

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. THE Sygma Network (4.5/5 stars): THE Sygma Network 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: Columbus, OH vs Jersey City, NJ

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