Atlantic City, NJ → Bethlehem, PA · Short-haul move

Movers from Atlantic City to Bethlehem

About 117 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,150–$3,200, delivery in 1–2 days, 81 carriers on the Atlantic City side and 402 in Bethlehem.

117 miroad distance
2 h 43 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,150–$3,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Atlantic City, New Jersey
To: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 117 miles (99 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 43 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 81 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination: 402 (297 interstate)

Reverse: Bethlehem → Atlantic City

Bethlehem sits about 117 miles northwest of Atlantic City, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Jersey to Pennsylvania that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 43 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,150 and $3,200, before packing or storage.

On the Atlantic City side there are 81 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (50 of them authorized for interstate work), and 402 around Bethlehem (297 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Bethlehem.

Atlantic City has a population of about 38,000 and Bethlehem about 78,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,578 and 3,964 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Pennsylvania than in New Jersey, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Atlantic City to Bethlehem

Full-service estimate for 117 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,320	$1,610	$1,970
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,320	$1,610	$1,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,150	$2,620	$3,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,440	$4,200	$5,120
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,730	$5,770	$7,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$380

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,120–$1,650

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$2,150–$3,200

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Atlantic City (origin)

Ag Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2392856
MC: 822533
Based in: Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (609) 334-0722 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bk Movers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 855489
MC: 376602
Based in: Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (609) 641-8660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Platt'S Beach House Furnishings Splatt'S Furniture

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Platt'S INC

USDOT: 3344659
Based in: Somers Point, NJ 08244 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (609) 927-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Coast Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 637650
MC: 489707
Based in: Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (609) 484-1101 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hubner INC

USDOT: 3149281
MC: 1167998
Based in: Absecon, NJ 08201 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (609) 241-1070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sparrow Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Horizon Circuit LLC

USDOT: 3300769
MC: 1046878
Based in: Galloway, NJ 08205 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (769) 208-3637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Moving & Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4118247
MC: 1574512
Based in: Galloway, NJ 08205 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (973) 747-6121 Route Verify on FMCSA

O C Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3299953
MC: 1046495
Based in: Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (609) 641-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Atlantic City

Near Bethlehem (destination)

Mti INC Pa

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marine Transportation Intermodal INC

USDOT: 268139
MC: 147923
Based in: Allentown, PA 18104 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (484) 866-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2273558
MC: 776491
Based in: Easton, PA 18040 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (610) 438-1183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1444559
MC: 545976
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (610) 865-1133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leonard Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1171254
MC: 469678
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (732) 248-5300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3322506
MC: 1066356
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (217) 217-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Trans LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1953742
MC: 693960
Based in: Easton, PA 18040 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (848) 565-7508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ghg Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2053518
MC: 719083
Based in: Allentown, PA 18106 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (484) 223-4502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insulation Company Of America LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256276
MC: 366606
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (610) 791-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 402 movers in Bethlehem

Tips for this move

Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Atlantic City and Bethlehem is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Bethlehem with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Atlantic City to Bethlehem?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,320 to $1,970 for a one-bedroom, $2,150 to $3,200 for a two-bedroom, $3,440 to $5,120 for a three-bedroom and $4,730 to $7,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bethlehem from Atlantic City?

About 117 road miles (99 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 43 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from New Jersey into Pennsylvania makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Atlantic City to Bethlehem?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,650. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Atlantic City–Bethlehem corridor.