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Lakewood, NJ

Gainesville, FL → Lakewood, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Gainesville to Lakewood

About 1,007 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,030–$7,490, delivery in 3–7 days, 151 carriers on the Gainesville side and 171 in Lakewood.

  • 1,007 miroad distance
  • 18 h 4 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,030–$7,4902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,007 miles (854 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 4 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
151 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
171 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Gainesville

The route from Gainesville, FL to Lakewood, NJ covers roughly 1,007 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the 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 $5,030 to $7,490 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 4 min.

On the Gainesville side there are 151 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 171 around Lakewood (91 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 Lakewood.

Gainesville has a population of about 148,671 and Lakewood about 143,765. Lakewood is the denser city (5,472 people per square mile versus 2,232 in Gainesville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Gainesville to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 1,007 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,010 $2,460 $3,000
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,020 $3,680 $4,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,030 $6,140 $7,490
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,060 $9,820 $11,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,080 $13,510 $16,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,480–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$5,030–$7,490

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Gainesville, FL → Lakewood, NJ. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Gainesville (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Golden Moving Systems INC

USDOT
1669783
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32609 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (352) 372-0300 Route Verify on FMCSA

2 College Brothers Of Gainesville

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Shirley Franchises LLC

USDOT
4063852
MC
1542498
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (855) 668-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ox Strong Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ox Strong Moving LLC

USDOT
3588230
MC
1251688
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32609 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (352) 665-7784 Route Verify on FMCSA

24 Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 24 Truckin LLC

USDOT
1788284
MC
651428
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32641 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (352) 664-8335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Wealth Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4139980
MC
1587146
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32601 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (980) 556-6497 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pearce Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2280265
MC
778971
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32607 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (352) 681-1017 Route Verify on FMCSA

To N' From Relocation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4261564
MC
1653529
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32606 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunbelt Moving & Delivery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2799474
MC
934972
Based in
Gainesville, FL 32608 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (352) 375-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 151 movers in Gainesville

Near Lakewood (destination)

3g Abv Corp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Gabv Corporation

USDOT
2444229
MC
843377
Based in
Manalapan, NJ 07726 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (732) 851-7419 Route Verify on FMCSA

C To C Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3681572
MC
1280785
Based in
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (908) 902-2405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
661798
MC
1053763
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08753 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

USDOT
774963
MC
431356
Based in
Brick, NJ 08723 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
285934
MC
190852
Based in
Howell, NJ 07731 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

USDOT
1038738
MC
444372
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08755 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zip To Zip Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2969363
MC
9229
Based in
Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (347) 860-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Ocean Township

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf To Shore Investments LLC

USDOT
4064194
MC
1542693
Based in
Ocean Township, NJ 07712 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (732) 292-5575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 171 movers in Lakewood

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Gainesville to Lakewood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,010 to $3,000 for a studio, $3,020 to $4,490 for a one-bedroom, $5,030 to $7,490 for a two-bedroom, $8,060 to $11,980 for a three-bedroom and $11,080 to $16,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Gainesville?

About 1,007 road miles (854 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Florida 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 Gainesville to Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,480 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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 Gainesville–Lakewood corridor.