($339+) Pittsburgh, PA to Newark, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Pittsburgh, PA to Newark, NJ

Full-service movers for the 360-mile relocation from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $1,077 and $6,762. 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 $328 - $2,184, 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 Pittsburgh typically charge a base rate around $185 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,077 - $3,529
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,730 - $4,992
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,800 - $6,762

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 Pittsburgh to Newark.

Specialty moving services from Pittsburgh, PA to Newark, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market — 73% of Pittsburgh movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Newark, 94% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in New Jersey are typically members of the New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

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 Pittsburgh, PA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Pittsburgh to Newark with a local mover averages $1,747 - $5,041. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Pittsburgh, PA can be a practical and cost-effective alternative to national carriers. Many price shorter moves using hourly or regional rates that may come in lower overall, with leaner operations and tighter service areas often translating to more flexible scheduling and a more personalized experience.

Keep in mind that not every local mover is authorized for moves that cross city or state lines. Always confirm interstate licensing and proper insurance before booking.

Moving container costs from Pittsburgh, PA to Newark, NJ

Moving containers from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Newark, New Jersey, cost between $954 and $3,021. 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 Pittsburgh typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $954 - $1,642
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,149 - $2,238
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,536 - $3,021

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $764 in Pittsburgh, PA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $82 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $164 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Newark, NJ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Pittsburgh to Newark?

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 Pittsburgh, PA to Newark, NJ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 360 miles from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Newark, New Jersey, running $374 - $942. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $125 - $143
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Pittsburgh daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Pittsburgh to Newark based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $374 - $632
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $364 - $734
• 4+ bedrooms: $470 - $942

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $764.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $125 - $143 for the 360-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $66 and $355, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $164 per night for hotel stops on the 360-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $328 - $491.

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

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 Pittsburgh, PA to Newark, NJ

For larger DIY moves from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Newark, New Jersey.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $918 and $1,808.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $842 - $1,448
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $918 - $1,808
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,316 - $2,256

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $764.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $82 - $164 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Pittsburgh to Newark?

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.
3. Pitt Ohio (4.5/5 stars): Pitt Ohio is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Pittsburgh, PA vs Newark, NJ

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