Newark, NJ → San Mateo, CA · Cross-country move
About 3,017 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,910–$14,740, delivery in 7–14 days, 2,782 carriers on the Newark side and 332 in San Mateo.
San Mateo sits about 3,017 miles west of Newark, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Jersey to California 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 $9,910 to $14,740 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 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 332 around San Mateo (93 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 San Mateo.
Newark has a population of about 323,808 and San Mateo about 103,337. Newark is considerably denser (12,927 people per square mile versus 8,732), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than New Jersey, 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 | $3,960 | $4,830 | $5,900 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,950 | $7,250 | $8,850 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $9,910 | $12,080 | $14,740 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $15,850 | $19,330 | $23,590 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $21,800 | $26,590 | $32,430 |
$4,150–$5,860
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,710–$5,460
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$9,910–$14,740
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Newark, NJ → San Mateo, CA. 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.
Legal name: Piece Of Cake Moving + Storage LLC
Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC
Legal name: Venus Global Consulting
Legal name: Act 2 Services INC
Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,960 to $5,900 for a studio, $5,950 to $8,850 for a one-bedroom, $9,910 to $14,740 for a two-bedroom, $15,850 to $23,590 for a three-bedroom and $21,800 to $32,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 3,017 road miles (2,557 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 hours (6 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from New Jersey into California 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 $4,150 to $5,860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,710 to $5,460. 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–San Mateo corridor.