Muskegon, MI → New York, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Muskegon to New York

About 775 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,450–$6,620, delivery in 2–5 days, 55 carriers on the Muskegon side and 4,150 in New York.

775 miroad distance
14 h 4 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,450–$6,6202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Muskegon, Michigan
To: New York, New York
Road distance: ≈ 775 miles (657 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 4 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 55 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination: 4,150 (2,180 interstate)

Reverse: New York → Muskegon

The route from Muskegon, MI to New York, NY covers roughly 775 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 $4,450 to $6,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 4 min.

On the Muskegon side there are 55 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 4,150 around New York (2,180 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 New York.

Muskegon has a population of about 38,000 and New York about 8.6 million. New York is the denser city (29,298 people per square mile versus 2,709 in Muskegon), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Muskegon to New York

Full-service estimate for 775 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,780	$2,170	$2,650
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,670	$3,260	$3,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,450	$5,430	$6,620
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,120	$8,680	$10,600
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,790	$11,940	$14,570

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,100–$1,550

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

Portable container

$1,710–$2,520

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

Full-service mover

$4,450–$6,620

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Muskegon (origin)

Intra City Dispatch INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 474716
MC: 198126
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (231) 739-6270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steadfast Shipping

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Steadfast Shipping LLC

USDOT: 423654
MC: 516749
Based in: Nunica, MI 49448 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (616) 842-1392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brockstar Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2022408
MC: 962557
Based in: Norton Shores, MI 49444 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (231) 744-9561 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Michigan Dirtworks LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1924914
MC: 1583638
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (231) 788-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricdas LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2189615
MC: 760009
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (989) 817-2060 Route Verify on FMCSA

S&t Expediting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3634075
MC: 1246148
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (231) 343-4089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aidan Trucking

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3676194
MC: 1276759
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (231) 638-1053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tnt Always Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3122307
MC: 88656
Based in: Michigan, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (231) 578-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Muskegon

Near New York (destination)

Piece Of Cake Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Piece Of Cake Moving + Storage LLC

USDOT: 3066988
MC: 58659
Based in: New York, NY 10009 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 340 trucks, 360 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (646) 461-3422 Route Verify on FMCSA

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1003565
MC: 825910
Based in: Bronx, NY 10454 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3728952
MC: 1315556
Based in: Brooklyn, NY 11214 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 207 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (848) 444-3133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadway Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roadway Movers INC

USDOT: 1854436
MC: 671325
Based in: New York, NY 10472 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (212) 812-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daybreak Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 288155
MC: 186214
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 174 trucks, 176 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (973) 589-5931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Venus Global Consulting

USDOT: 4498428
MC: 1779258
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (201) 452-3179 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vpv Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2121392
MC: 739314
Based in: Kearny, NJ 07032 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (973) 900-9250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ironbound Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 674147
MC: 434921
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Muskegon to New York?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,780 to $2,650 for a studio, $2,670 to $3,970 for a one-bedroom, $4,450 to $6,620 for a two-bedroom, $7,120 to $10,600 for a three-bedroom and $9,790 to $14,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is New York from Muskegon?

About 775 road miles (657 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Michigan into New York 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 Muskegon to New York?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,100 to $1,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,710 to $2,520. 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 Muskegon–New York corridor.