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

Movers from Monterey to Princeton

About 2,993 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,860–$14,680, delivery in 7–14 days, 12 carriers on the Monterey side and 149 in Princeton.

  • 2,993 miroad distance
  • 52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,860–$14,6802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,993 miles (2,537 straight-line)
Drive time
52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
12 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination
149 (111 interstate)

Reverse: Princeton → Monterey

Princeton sits about 2,993 miles east of Monterey, 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 $9,860 to $14,680 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Monterey side there are 12 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 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.

Monterey has a population of about 30,000 and Princeton about 31,000. Monterey is considerably denser (3,495 people per square mile versus 1,710), 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 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 Monterey to Princeton

Full-service estimate for 2,993 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,950 $4,810 $5,870
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,920 $7,220 $8,810
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,860 $12,030 $14,680
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,780 $19,250 $23,480
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $21,700 $26,460 $32,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,130–$5,820

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

Portable container

$3,690–$5,430

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

Full-service mover

$9,860–$14,680

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 Monterey (origin)

American Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1077325
MC
447949
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (831) 384-4139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mod-Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 21st Century Moving LLC

USDOT
2983026
MC
1294330
Based in
Monterey, CA 93940 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (831) 869-9367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Peninsula Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Valerio Lima

USDOT
167294
MC
51424
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (831) 883-0212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Supply & Demand Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3507091
MC
1159608
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (831) 710-7824 Route Verify on FMCSA

A New Beginning Monterey

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Marcus Chubbs INC

USDOT
2710075
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (831) 392-6487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monterey Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: David Newell Johnson

USDOT
3202429
Based in
Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (831) 737-4614 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3375963
MC
1082909
Based in
Pebble Beach, CA 93953 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (831) 236-0336 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jrg Junk Removal & Yard Maintenance

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jesus Ruelas Gamboa

USDOT
3725511
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (831) 521-8173 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 12 movers in Monterey

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 Monterey to Princeton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,950 to $5,870 for a studio, $5,920 to $8,810 for a one-bedroom, $9,860 to $14,680 for a two-bedroom, $15,780 to $23,480 for a three-bedroom and $21,700 to $32,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Princeton from Monterey?

About 2,993 road miles (2,537 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 Monterey to Princeton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,130 to $5,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,690 to $5,430. 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 Monterey–Princeton corridor.