Jacksonville, FL → Newark, NJ · Long-distance move
About 981 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,960–$7,390, delivery in 2–5 days, 745 carriers on the Jacksonville side and 2,782 in Newark.
Newark sits about 981 miles northeast of Jacksonville, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to New Jersey that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,960 to $7,390 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 37 min.
On the Jacksonville side there are 745 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (398 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.
Jacksonville has a population of about 1 million and Newark about 323,808. Newark is the denser city (12,927 people per square mile versus 1,271 in Jacksonville), 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,990 | $2,420 | $2,950 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,980 | $3,630 | $4,430 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,960 | $6,050 | $7,390 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $7,940 | $9,690 | $11,820 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $10,920 | $13,320 | $16,250 |
$1,460–$2,060
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,900–$2,790
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,960–$7,390
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Jacksonville, FL → 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 $1,990 to $2,950 for a studio, $2,980 to $4,430 for a one-bedroom, $4,960 to $7,390 for a two-bedroom, $7,940 to $11,820 for a three-bedroom and $10,920 to $16,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 981 road miles (831 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 37 min.
Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,900 to $2,790. 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 Jacksonville–Newark corridor.