($255+) Arlington, VA to Jersey City, NJ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Arlington, VA to Jersey City, NJ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 227-mile move from Arlington, Virginia, to Jersey City, New Jersey, with costs ranging from $853 - $5,228. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $463 - $3,088. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Arlington and Jersey City. Local movers in Arlington typically start around $200 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $853 - $3,055
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,284 - $4,079
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,758 - $5,228

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 Arlington to Jersey City.

Specialty moving services from Arlington, VA to Jersey City, NJ

Specialty needs vary by market: 70% of Arlington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jersey City, 61% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association, the group most New Jersey 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.

How much do local movers cost in Arlington, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Arlington to Jersey City with a local mover averages $1,259 - $3,998. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Arlington, VA often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Arlington, VA to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Arlington, Virginia, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $830 and $2,402. 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 Arlington runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $830 - $1,465
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,060 - $1,837
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,366 - $2,402

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Arlington, VA and Jersey City, NJ. 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 $1,081 in Arlington, VA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $116 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $232 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 Arlington 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 Arlington, VA to Jersey City, NJ

Plan on $255 - $630 for a rental moving truck on the 227-mile route from Arlington, Virginia, to Jersey City, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $112 - $127
• Daily insurance: $46/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
• Arlington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $255 - $464
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $282 - $532
• 4+ bedrooms: $324 - $630

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $232 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 Arlington, Virginia, usually costs about $1,081 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 227-mile drive falls between $112 and $127, 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 $77 and $463 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Arlington 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 Arlington, VA to Jersey City, NJ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Arlington, Virginia, to Jersey City, New Jersey. 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 $1,390 and $1,455.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $712 - $1,281
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $831 - $1,455
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,050 - $2,018

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 $116 - $232 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Arlington, Virginia, for about five hours typically runs $1,081.

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

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.

Cost of living: Arlington, VA 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 Arlington 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.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Arlington, VA, to Jersey City, NJ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $853 - $5,228 on the 227-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $830 - $2,402 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $255 - $630 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $1,284 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Kuehne + Nagel International AG and Tokio Marine Management.