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Lancaster, CA → Princeton, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Lancaster to Princeton

About 2,822 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,540–$14,190, delivery in 7–14 days, 105 carriers on the Lancaster side and 149 in Princeton.

  • 2,822 miroad distance
  • 49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,540–$14,1902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,822 miles (2,392 straight-line)
Drive time
49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
105 (57 interstate)
Movers at destination
149 (111 interstate)

Reverse: Princeton → Lancaster

Princeton sits about 2,822 miles northeast of Lancaster, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to New Jersey that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $9,540 to $14,190 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lancaster side there are 105 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (57 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.

Lancaster has a population of about 170,084 and Princeton about 31,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,840 and 1,710 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in New Jersey than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Lancaster to Princeton

Full-service estimate for 2,822 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,820 $4,650 $5,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,720 $6,980 $8,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,540 $11,630 $14,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,260 $18,610 $22,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $20,990 $25,590 $31,230

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,950–$5,580

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

Portable container

$3,540–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$9,540–$14,190

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Lancaster, CA → Princeton, 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 Lancaster (origin)

Warvet LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4438298
MC
1747298
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (254) 493-7509 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Omega Consulting Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4384395
MC
1719247
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (661) 389-2068 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Supplies Express 2 Deliver Ship It 2go

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Av Supplies Distributors INC

USDOT
4216491
MC
1639401
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (661) 952-7887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Av Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Antelope Investment Enterprises INC

USDOT
3148907
MC
103731
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (323) 855-2664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jabes Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The King Modular Systems Installation INC

USDOT
2951860
MC
1555690
Based in
Palmdale, CA 93552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (323) 318-0716 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & E Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3473111
MC
1137379
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93536 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (323) 481-9394 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo4road INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3975931
MC
1487146
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (267) 228-9856 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leo'S Trucking & Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9348380
MC
68741251
Based in
Lancaster, CA 93534 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (661) 802-2895 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 105 movers in Lancaster

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 Lancaster to Princeton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,820 to $5,680 for a studio, $5,720 to $8,520 for a one-bedroom, $9,540 to $14,190 for a two-bedroom, $15,260 to $22,710 for a three-bedroom and $20,990 to $31,230 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Princeton from Lancaster?

About 2,822 road miles (2,392 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California 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 Lancaster to Princeton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,950 to $5,580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,540 to $5,200. 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 Lancaster–Princeton corridor.