Lakewood, NJ → Mesquite, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Lakewood to Mesquite

About 1,579 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,380–$9,490, delivery in 5–10 days, 171 carriers on the Lakewood side and 1,504 in Mesquite.

1,579 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,380–$9,4902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lakewood, New Jersey
To: Mesquite, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,579 miles (1,338 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 171 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,504 (636 interstate)

Reverse: Mesquite → Lakewood

The route from Lakewood, NJ to Mesquite, TX covers roughly 1,579 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,380 to $9,490 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lakewood side there are 171 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,504 around Mesquite (636 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 Mesquite.

Lakewood has a population of about 143,765 and Mesquite about 150,693. Lakewood is considerably denser (5,472 people per square mile versus 3,095), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in New Jersey, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Mesquite

Full-service estimate for 1,579 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,550	$3,110	$3,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,830	$4,670	$5,690
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,380	$7,780	$9,490
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,200	$12,440	$15,180
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,030	$17,110	$20,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,220–$3,140

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

Portable container

$2,430–$3,570

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

Full-service mover

$6,380–$9,490

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 Lakewood (origin)

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

Near Mesquite (destination)

Stevens Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 79466
MC: 150578
Based in: Dallas, TX 75227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,200 trucks, 2,574 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 216-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cloudtrucks LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3300318
MC: 1046672
Based in: Dallas, TX 75226 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 350 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (415) 480-2226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Food Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brothers Produce Of Dallas INC

USDOT: 2316812
MC: 790902
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 215 trucks, 241 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (214) 428-6666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Way Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4166506
MC: 1601836
Based in: Dallas, TX 75201 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 279-3374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blackridge Operating LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3077708
MC: 64845
Based in: Rowlett, TX 75088 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (214) 393-9088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seti Business Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454493
MC: 1125624
Based in: Dallas, TX 75206 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 688-0002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Three Bs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974754
MC: 1486376
Based in: Garland, TX 75041 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (475) 257-8610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Container Service

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Eddie Hale INC

USDOT: 688098
MC: 243465
Based in: Balch Springs, TX 75180 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (972) 286-1606 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,504 movers in Mesquite

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,830 to $5,690 for a one-bedroom, $6,380 to $9,490 for a two-bedroom, $10,200 to $15,180 for a three-bedroom and $14,030 to $20,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mesquite from Lakewood?

About 1,579 road miles (1,338 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 New Jersey into Texas 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 Lakewood to Mesquite?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,220 to $3,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,430 to $3,570. 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 Lakewood–Mesquite corridor.