($353+) Chesapeake, VA to Jersey City, NJ Movers

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

For the 363-mile move from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Jersey City, New Jersey, full-service movers cost between $1,075 and $6,558. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $355 - $2,368 (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 Chesapeake generally start around $290 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,075 - $3,820
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,729 - $4,890
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,581 - $6,558

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 Chesapeake to Jersey City.

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

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake to Jersey City?

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 Chesapeake, VA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Chesapeake to Jersey City with a local mover averages $1,729 - $4,890. For moves under 500 miles, local moving companies in Chesapeake, VA 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 Chesapeake, VA to Jersey City, NJ

Moving containers from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Jersey City, New Jersey, cost between $879 and $2,906. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Jersey City. If you go over that window, storage in Chesapeake adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $879 - $1,560
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,184 - $2,351
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,583 - $2,906

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 Chesapeake, VA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $829, 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 $89 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $178 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Chesapeake, VA, 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 Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake, VA to Jersey City, NJ

Plan on $339 - $887 for a rental moving truck on the 363-mile route from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Jersey City, New Jersey. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $137 - $156
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Chesapeake daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $339 - $638
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $399 - $804
• 4+ bedrooms: $485 - $887

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $178 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 Chesapeake, Virginia, usually costs about $829 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 363-mile drive falls between $137 and $156, 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 $59 and $355 to your total.

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

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Chesapeake, 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 $1,066 and $1,790.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $792 - $1,551
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $985 - $1,790
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,266 - $2,348

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 $89 - $178 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Chesapeake, Virginia, for about five hours typically runs $829.

What are the best freight companies from Chesapeake 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.
3. Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. 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: Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake 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.