Lawrence, KS → Morristown, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Lawrence to Morristown

About 1,306 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,600–$8,330, delivery in 3–7 days, 17 carriers on the Lawrence side and 168 in Morristown.

1,306 miroad distance
23 h 13 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,600–$8,3302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lawrence, Kansas
To: Morristown, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 1,306 miles (1,107 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 13 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 168 (119 interstate)

Reverse: Morristown → Lawrence

The route from Lawrence, KS to Morristown, NJ covers roughly 1,306 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,600 to $8,330 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 23 h 13 min.

On the Lawrence side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 168 around Morristown (119 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 Morristown.

Lawrence has a population of about 95,000 and Morristown about 20,000. Morristown is the denser city (7,008 people per square mile versus 2,772 in Lawrence), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lawrence to Morristown

Full-service estimate for 1,306 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,240	$2,730	$3,330
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,360	$4,100	$5,000
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,600	$6,830	$8,330
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,960	$10,920	$13,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,310	$15,020	$18,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,790–$2,530

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

Portable container

$2,190–$3,210

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

Full-service mover

$5,600–$8,330

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 Lawrence (origin)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1380572
MC: 745731
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 312-0351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1644908
MC: 616036
Based in: Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917983
MC: 397078
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (785) 842-1115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bcv Moving On LLC

USDOT: 768024
MC: 345177
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (785) 749-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996368
MC: 727907
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (913) 645-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1397728
MC: 530604
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 218-3406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3516994
MC: 1176725
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (702) 981-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Door2door Movers LLC

USDOT: 4517072
MC: 1789178
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 200-8777 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Lawrence

Near Morristown (destination)

Performance Team-Hudd Transportation-Pilot Freight Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC

USDOT: 516243
MC: 262387
Based in: Florham Park, NJ 07932 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,239 trucks, 1,385 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (704) 571-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 207430
MC: 153140
Based in: Whippany, NJ 07981 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1981

Call (973) 887-0543 Route Verify on FMCSA

Broadway Limousine

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Broadway Limousine INC

USDOT: 1160634
MC: 467146
Based in: East Hanover, NJ 07936 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (973) 515-8808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riact Logisitics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3407879
MC: 1099317
Based in: Randolph, NJ 07869 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 744-4461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wrist Ship Supply - New Jersey

Licensed interstate

Legal name: East Coast Ship Supply LLC

USDOT: 1230221
MC: 692699
Based in: New Providence, NJ 07974 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (732) 205-9790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Queen Move Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4148403
MC: 1591991
Based in: Bedminster, NJ 07921 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (732) 991-0507 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal Relocations INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428388
MC: 836909
Based in: Parsippany, NJ 07054 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (973) 227-5964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ids Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2165823
MC: 766229
Based in: Rockaway, NJ 07866 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (862) 221-9992 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Morristown

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Morristown if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lawrence to Morristown?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,240 to $3,330 for a studio, $3,360 to $5,000 for a one-bedroom, $5,600 to $8,330 for a two-bedroom, $8,960 to $13,320 for a three-bedroom and $12,310 to $18,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Morristown from Lawrence?

About 1,306 road miles (1,107 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 13 min.

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 Kansas 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 Lawrence to Morristown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,790 to $2,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,190 to $3,210. 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 Lawrence–Morristown corridor.