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Toms River, NJ

Melbourne, FL → Toms River, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Melbourne to Toms River

About 1,062 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,180–$7,710, delivery in 3–7 days, 110 carriers on the Melbourne side and 114 in Toms River.

  • 1,062 miroad distance
  • 19 h 1 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,180–$7,7102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,062 miles (900 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 1 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (44 interstate)
Movers at destination
114 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Toms River → Melbourne

The route from Melbourne, FL to Toms River, NJ covers roughly 1,062 miles by road, a northeast-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 $5,180 to $7,710 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 19 h 1 min.

On the Melbourne side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (44 of them authorized for interstate work), and 114 around Toms River (61 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 Toms River.

Melbourne has a population of about 86,000 and Toms River about 100,899. The two cities have comparable density (1,916 and 2,356 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Melbourne to Toms River

Full-service estimate for 1,062 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,070 $2,530 $3,080
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,110 $3,790 $4,630
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,180 $6,320 $7,710
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,290 $10,110 $12,340
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,400 $13,900 $16,960

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,540–$2,180

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,890

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

Full-service mover

$5,180–$7,710

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 Melbourne (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055942
MC
1537994
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32935 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT
3599867
MC
1222354
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT
3705921
MC
1298651
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msr Trucking USA INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
845056
MC
373614
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (954) 398-3477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Untouchable Express Cargo Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4071316
MC
1546792
Based in
Indialantic, FL 32903 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (786) 547-9335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412209
MC
1733425
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32907 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Team Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Top Team Hauling LLC

USDOT
3703749
MC
1648727
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32940 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 872-7238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT
1912627
MC
694311
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in Melbourne

Near Toms River (destination)

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
661798
MC
1053763
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08753 (2 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 (5 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 (11 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 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bilkays Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3612204
MC
1230779
Based in
Howell, NJ 07731 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (908) 290-5350 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sett Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934502
MC
690656
Based in
Bayville, NJ 08721 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (732) 966-5982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freehold Movers INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
488656
Based in
Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (732) 928-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freehold Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4393714
MC
1723876
Based in
Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (732) 928-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 114 movers in Toms River

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Melbourne to Toms River?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,070 to $3,080 for a studio, $3,110 to $4,630 for a one-bedroom, $5,180 to $7,710 for a two-bedroom, $8,290 to $12,340 for a three-bedroom and $11,400 to $16,960 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Toms River from Melbourne?

About 1,062 road miles (900 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 1 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 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 Melbourne to Toms River?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,540 to $2,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,890. 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 Melbourne–Toms River corridor.