Monroe, LA → Lakewood, NJ · Long-distance move
About 1,323 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,640–$8,390, delivery in 3–7 days, 49 carriers on the Monroe side and 171 in Lakewood.
Lakewood sits about 1,323 miles northeast of Monroe, which makes this an interstate relocation from Louisiana to New Jersey that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,640 to $8,390 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 31 min.
On the Monroe side there are 49 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 171 around Lakewood (91 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 Lakewood.
Monroe has a population of about 46,000 and Lakewood about 143,765. Lakewood is the denser city (5,472 people per square mile versus 1,604 in Monroe), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Louisiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,260 | $2,750 | $3,360 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,380 | $4,130 | $5,040 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,640 | $6,880 | $8,390 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,030 | $11,010 | $13,430 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $12,410 | $15,130 | $18,460 |
$1,810–$2,550
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,200–$3,240
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,640–$8,390
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Monroe, LA → Lakewood, NJ. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,260 to $3,360 for a studio, $3,380 to $5,040 for a one-bedroom, $5,640 to $8,390 for a two-bedroom, $9,030 to $13,430 for a three-bedroom and $12,410 to $18,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,323 road miles (1,121 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 31 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Louisiana 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,810 to $2,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,200 to $3,240. 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.
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 Monroe–Lakewood corridor.