MovingFromMoving navigation
Morristown, NJ

El Cajon, CA → Morristown, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from El Cajon to Morristown

About 2,820 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,540–$14,190, delivery in 7–14 days, 339 carriers on the El Cajon side and 168 in Morristown.

  • 2,820 miroad distance
  • 49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,540–$14,1902-bedroom estimate
Photo: Jared Kofsky · CC BY-SA 3.0
Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,820 miles (2,390 straight-line)
Drive time
49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
339 (105 interstate)
Movers at destination
168 (119 interstate)

Reverse: Morristown → El Cajon

Morristown sits about 2,820 miles northeast of El Cajon, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to New Jersey that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $9,540 to $14,190 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the El Cajon side there are 339 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (105 of them authorized for interstate work), and 168 around Morristown (119 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 Morristown.

El Cajon has a population of about 101,755 and Morristown about 20,000. The two cities have comparable density (7,325 and 7,008 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in New Jersey than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from El Cajon to Morristown

Full-service estimate for 2,820 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,810 $4,650 $5,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,720 $6,980 $8,510
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,540 $11,630 $14,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,260 $18,610 $22,700
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $20,980 $25,580 $31,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,950–$5,570

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

Portable container

$3,540–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$9,540–$14,190

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for El Cajon, CA → Morristown, NJ. Adjust the other options to see your range.

—to—

Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near El Cajon (origin)

Magic Mile LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296634
MC
1044843
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (619) 991-9424 Route Verify on FMCSA

Djw Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Walk With Me INC

USDOT
3312065
MC
1052279
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (858) 294-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

Republic Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lovejoy'S Family Moving INC

USDOT
3369820
MC
778208
Based in
Chula Vista, CA 91914 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (951) 541-6710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ackley Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ackley Enterprises INC

USDOT
1868365
MC
675281
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (858) 735-9587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allstate Van & Storage INC

USDOT
692879
MC
321079
Based in
Poway, CA 92064 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (858) 746-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Cms Companies

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sullivan Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
56181
MC
127405
Based in
San Diego, CA 92111 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (253) 395-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

B One LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2271280
MC
780878
Based in
El Cajon, CA 92020 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (619) 215-5125 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & D Towing Specialists

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: C & D Towing Specialists INC

USDOT
1057657
MC
442792
Based in
El Cajon, CA 92020 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (619) 463-8697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 339 movers in El Cajon

Near Morristown (destination)

Performance Team-Hudd Transportation-Pilot Freight Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC

USDOT
516243
MC
262387
Based in
Florham Park, NJ 07932 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,239 trucks, 1,385 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (704) 571-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
207430
MC
153140
Based in
Whippany, NJ 07981 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1981
Call (973) 887-0543 Route Verify on FMCSA

Broadway Limousine

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Broadway Limousine INC

USDOT
1160634
MC
467146
Based in
East Hanover, NJ 07936 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (973) 515-8808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riact Logisitics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3407879
MC
1099317
Based in
Randolph, NJ 07869 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (201) 744-4461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wrist Ship Supply - New Jersey

Licensed interstate

Legal name: East Coast Ship Supply LLC

USDOT
1230221
MC
692699
Based in
New Providence, NJ 07974 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (732) 205-9790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Queen Move Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4148403
MC
1591991
Based in
Bedminster, NJ 07921 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (732) 991-0507 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal Relocations INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2428388
MC
836909
Based in
Parsippany, NJ 07054 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (973) 227-5964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ids Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2165823
MC
766229
Based in
Rockaway, NJ 07866 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (862) 221-9992 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Morristown

Related routes

Other destinations from El Cajon

Other origins to Morristown

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from El Cajon to Morristown?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,810 to $5,680 for a studio, $5,720 to $8,510 for a one-bedroom, $9,540 to $14,190 for a two-bedroom, $15,260 to $22,700 for a three-bedroom and $20,980 to $31,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Morristown from El Cajon?

About 2,820 road miles (2,390 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California into New Jersey 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 El Cajon to Morristown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,950 to $5,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,540 to $5,200. 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 El Cajon–Morristown corridor.