Newark, NJ → Lakewood, NJ · Short-haul move
About 51 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,440–$2,150, delivery in 1–2 days, 2,782 carriers on the Newark side and 171 in Lakewood.
Lakewood sits about 51 miles south of Newark, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.
Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 35 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,440 and $2,150, before packing or storage.
On the Newark side there are 2,782 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,591 of them authorized for interstate work), and 171 around Lakewood (91 interstate). For an in-state 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.
Newark has a population of about 323,808 and Lakewood about 143,765. Newark is considerably denser (12,927 people per square mile versus 5,472), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Crew | Hours | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers | 3–5 h | $790 | $960 | $1,170 |
| 1 Bedroom | 2 movers | 4–6 h | $910 | $1,110 | $1,360 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 3 movers | 5–8 h | $1,440 | $1,760 | $2,150 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 4 movers | 7–10 h | $2,210 | $2,690 | $3,280 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 5 movers | 9–13 h | $3,260 | $3,980 | $4,860 |
$200–$290
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,070–$1,570
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$1,440–$2,150
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Newark, NJ → 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 $790 to $1,170 for a studio, $910 to $1,360 for a one-bedroom, $1,440 to $2,150 for a two-bedroom, $2,210 to $3,280 for a three-bedroom and $3,260 to $4,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 51 road miles (44 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 35 min.
For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.
No. Because both Newark and Lakewood are in New Jersey, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $200 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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 Newark–Lakewood corridor.