Fairfax, VA → Newark, NJ · Regional long-distance move
About 248 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,720–$4,050, delivery in 1–2 days, 534 carriers on the Fairfax side and 2,782 in Newark.
The route from Fairfax, VA to Newark, NJ covers roughly 248 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.
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 $2,720 to $4,050 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 59 min.
On the Fairfax side there are 534 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (383 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,782 around Newark (1,591 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 Newark.
Fairfax has a population of about 25,000 and Newark about 323,808. Newark is the denser city (12,927 people per square mile versus 3,869 in Fairfax), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Virginia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,350 | $1,650 | $2,010 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,630 | $1,990 | $2,430 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,720 | $3,320 | $4,050 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,350 | $5,310 | $6,480 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,990 | $7,300 | $8,910 |
$400–$570
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,240–$1,830
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,720–$4,050
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Fairfax, VA → Newark, NJ. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,010 for a studio, $1,630 to $2,430 for a one-bedroom, $2,720 to $4,050 for a two-bedroom, $4,350 to $6,480 for a three-bedroom and $5,990 to $8,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 248 road miles (210 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 59 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Virginia 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $400 to $570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,830. 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.
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 Fairfax–Newark corridor.