Nashua, NH → Paterson, NJ · Regional long-distance move
About 221 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,650–$3,940, delivery in 1–2 days, 112 carriers on the Nashua side and 2,164 in Paterson.
The route from Nashua, NH to Paterson, NJ covers roughly 221 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,650 to $3,940 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 31 min.
On the Nashua side there are 112 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (83 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,164 around Paterson (1,282 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 Paterson.
Nashua has a population of about 92,000 and Paterson about 161,793. Paterson is the denser city (19,016 people per square mile versus 2,962 in Nashua), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike New Hampshire, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,370 | $1,670 | $2,040 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,590 | $1,940 | $2,360 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,650 | $3,230 | $3,940 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,240 | $5,170 | $6,310 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,830 | $7,110 | $8,670 |
$380–$530
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,220–$1,790
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,650–$3,940
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Nashua, NH → Paterson, 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 $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $1,590 to $2,360 for a one-bedroom, $2,650 to $3,940 for a two-bedroom, $4,240 to $6,310 for a three-bedroom and $5,830 to $8,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 221 road miles (187 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 31 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 New Hampshire 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 $380 to $530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,790. 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 Nashua–Paterson corridor.