Joliet, IL → Princeton, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Joliet to Princeton

About 835 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,630–$6,900, delivery in 2–5 days, 694 carriers on the Joliet side and 149 in Princeton.

835 miroad distance
15 h 6 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,630–$6,9002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Joliet, Illinois
To: Princeton, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 835 miles (708 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 6 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 694 (561 interstate)
Movers at destination: 149 (111 interstate)

Reverse: Princeton → Joliet

Princeton sits about 835 miles east of Joliet, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois 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 $4,630 to $6,900 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 15 h 6 min.

On the Joliet side there are 694 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (561 of them authorized for interstate work), and 149 around Princeton (111 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 Princeton.

Joliet has a population of about 152,241 and Princeton about 31,000. Joliet is considerably denser (2,331 people per square mile versus 1,710), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Illinois, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Joliet to Princeton

Full-service estimate for 835 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,850	$2,260	$2,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,780	$3,390	$4,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,630	$5,650	$6,900
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,420	$9,040	$11,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,200	$12,430	$15,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,160–$1,630

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

Portable container

$1,770–$2,600

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

Full-service mover

$4,630–$6,900

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Joliet (origin)

Forsage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2588231
MC: 907486
Based in: Channahon, IL 60410 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 600 trucks, 600 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (630) 423-5001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Em Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3073738
MC: 62685
Based in: Lemont, IL 60439 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (708) 669-0406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Legacy Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1744355
MC: 772181
Based in: Joliet, IL 60435 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (708) 897-0580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vynera Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1585417
MC: 586954
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 630-5362 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prima Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1313194
MC: 527982
Based in: Joliet, IL 60432 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 165 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (815) 372-9190 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tva Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2555496
MC: 890930
Based in: Plainfield, IL 60544 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (815) 306-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2578534
MC: 902373
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (708) 377-9699 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zmile INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3342792
MC: 1067250
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (630) 339-2721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 694 movers in Joliet

Near Princeton (destination)

Hermann Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hermann Forwarding Company

USDOT: 17093
MC: 32775
Based in: Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 163 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 297-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Transport Services Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 212340
MC: 149114
Based in: Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (908) 527-7567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Everlast Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Everlast Transport INC

USDOT: 550019
MC: 993300
Based in: Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (732) 727-0634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glenway Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Glenway Edison Corporation

USDOT: 1696595
MC: 784444
Based in: Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (732) 593-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mg Express Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2521395
MC: 875334
Based in: East Windsor, NJ 08520 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (973) 873-5155 Route Verify on FMCSA

George'S Garage & Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 649697
MC: 935073
Based in: Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (609) 655-3334 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Santini Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A Santini Storage Company Of NJ INC

USDOT: 6045
MC: 53438
Based in: Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (973) 228-7211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Specialized Hauling INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2986680
MC: 16953
Based in: Monroe, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (917) 685-8268 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 149 movers in Princeton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Joliet to Princeton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,850 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,780 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,630 to $6,900 for a two-bedroom, $7,420 to $11,030 for a three-bedroom and $10,200 to $15,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Princeton from Joliet?

About 835 road miles (708 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Illinois 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 Joliet to Princeton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,160 to $1,630 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,770 to $2,600. 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 Joliet–Princeton corridor.