Flint, MI

Paterson, NJ → Flint, MI · Long-distance move

Movers from Paterson to Flint

About 602 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,850–$5,730, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,164 carriers on the Paterson side and 142 in Flint.

  • 602 miroad distance
  • 11 h 5 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,850–$5,7302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 602 miles (510 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 5 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,164 (1,282 interstate)
Movers at destination
142 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Flint → Paterson

The route from Paterson, NJ to Flint, MI covers roughly 602 miles by road, a west-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 $3,850 to $5,730 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 11 h 5 min.

On the Paterson side there are 2,164 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,282 of them authorized for interstate work), and 142 around Flint (39 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 Flint.

Paterson has a population of about 161,793 and Flint about 79,000. Paterson is considerably denser (19,016 people per square mile versus 2,430), 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 Michigan than in New Jersey, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Paterson to Flint

Full-service estimate for 602 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,540 $1,880 $2,290
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,310 $2,820 $3,440
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,850 $4,700 $5,730
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,170 $7,520 $9,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,480 $10,340 $12,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$920–$1,300

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

Portable container

$1,560–$2,290

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

Full-service mover

$3,850–$5,730

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Paterson, NJ → Flint, MI. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Paterson (origin)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1003565
MC
825910
Based in
Bronx, NY 10454 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Z Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1466567
MC
558123
Based in
Lincoln Park, NJ 07035 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
215 trucks, 195 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Daybreak Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
288155
MC
186214
Based in
Newark, NJ 07105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
174 trucks, 176 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Luna Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4498428
MC
1779258
Based in
Newark, NJ 07105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Vpv Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2121392
MC
739314
Based in
Kearny, NJ 07032 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
112 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Ironbound Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
674147
MC
434921
Based in
Newark, NJ 07105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4307255
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10701 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Best Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
912877
MC
472409
Based in
Port Newark, NJ 07114 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
84 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

All 2,164 movers in Paterson

Near Flint (destination)

Two Men And Atruckgenesee County

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1387252
Based in
Flint, MI 48507 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Gwb Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1643406
MC
990686
Based in
Flint, MI 48532 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Kdk Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2010508
MC
708740
Based in
Davison, MI 48423 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Hunter Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3250225
MC
1022712
Based in
Swartz Creek, MI 48473 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Kamryn Gabriel Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1483024
MC
558950
Based in
Flint, MI 48505 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

H&l Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2208246
MC
766227
Based in
Davison, MI 48423 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Ams Express Freight

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4023358
MC
1518145
Based in
Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Romero'S Safe Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4207433
MC
1624182
Based in
Flint, MI 48503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 142 movers in Flint

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Paterson to Flint?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,310 to $3,440 for a one-bedroom, $3,850 to $5,730 for a two-bedroom, $6,170 to $9,170 for a three-bedroom and $8,480 to $12,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Flint from Paterson?

About 602 road miles (510 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 5 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 New Jersey into Michigan 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 Paterson to Flint?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $920 to $1,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,560 to $2,290. 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 Paterson–Flint corridor.