Key West, FL → Trenton, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Key West to Trenton

About 1,364 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,000–$8,920, delivery in 3–7 days, 7 carriers on the Key West side and 350 in Trenton.

1,364 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$6,000–$8,9202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Key West, Florida
To: Trenton, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 1,364 miles (1,156 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 7 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 350 (279 interstate)

Reverse: Trenton → Key West

Moving from Key West to Trenton is a long-distance move of roughly 1,364 road miles, heading north from Florida to New Jersey.

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 $6,000 to $8,920 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 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Key West side there are 7 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2 of them authorized for interstate work), and 350 around Trenton (279 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 Trenton.

Key West has a population of about 25,000 and Trenton about 90,000. Trenton is the denser city (11,947 people per square mile versus 4,723 in Key West), 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 Key West to Trenton

Full-service estimate for 1,364 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,400	$2,920	$3,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,600	$4,390	$5,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,000	$7,310	$8,920
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,590	$11,700	$14,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,190	$16,090	$19,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,000–$2,830

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

Portable container

$2,240–$3,290

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

Full-service mover

$6,000–$8,920

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

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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 Key West (origin)

Drn Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 966624
MC: 450645
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (305) 295-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Willyxpress

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4461851
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (786) 929-8069 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arnolds Towing

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Arnolds Auto And Marine Repair INC

USDOT: 1071009
MC: 774847
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (305) 296-3832 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scott Bros

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1293230
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 296-9340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Lakes Haulers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3344859
MC: 1068265
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (989) 448-6505 Route Verify on FMCSA

B And B Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1364477
Based in: Cud Joe Key, FL 33042 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (305) 795-1515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Michael Torres

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Box And Go

USDOT: 2938012
MC: 993105
Based in: Summrlnd Key, FL 33042 (19 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (732) 618-2158 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Key West

Near Trenton (destination)

Greatwide American Trans-Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Greatwide American Trans-Freight LLC

USDOT: 753551
MC: 340975
Based in: Langhorne, PA 19047 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 384 trucks, 278 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (800) 283-9700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Veltri INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 398991
MC: 481594
Based in: Trevose, PA 19053 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 151 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (215) 946-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2784879
MC: 927952
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dream Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Transportation LLC

USDOT: 3020074
MC: 37720
Based in: Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (833) 777-8778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mirage Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3815917
MC: 1378977
Based in: Southampton, PA 18966 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 90 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (925) 474-4510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4570815
MC: 1818083
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sls Group Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3383225
MC: 1086171
Based in: Southampton, PA 18966 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (484) 966-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farruggio'S Bristol And Philadelphia Auto Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 111029
MC: 38481
Based in: Bristol, PA 19007 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (215) 788-5596 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 350 movers in Trenton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Key West to Trenton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,400 to $3,570 for a studio, $3,600 to $5,350 for a one-bedroom, $6,000 to $8,920 for a two-bedroom, $9,590 to $14,270 for a three-bedroom and $13,190 to $19,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Trenton from Key West?

About 1,364 road miles (1,156 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 Key West to Trenton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,000 to $2,830 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,240 to $3,290. 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 Key West–Trenton corridor.