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Paterson, NJ → Greensboro, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Paterson to Greensboro

About 533 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,670–$5,460, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,164 carriers on the Paterson side and 341 in Greensboro.

  • 533 miroad distance
  • 9 h 53 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,670–$5,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 533 miles (452 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 53 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,164 (1,282 interstate)
Movers at destination
341 (243 interstate)

Reverse: Greensboro → Paterson

The route from Paterson, NJ to Greensboro, NC covers roughly 533 miles by road, a southwest-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 $3,670 to $5,460 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 9 h 53 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 341 around Greensboro (243 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 Greensboro.

Paterson has a population of about 161,793 and Greensboro about 308,667. Paterson is considerably denser (19,016 people per square mile versus 2,307), 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 North Carolina 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 Greensboro

Full-service estimate for 533 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,470 $1,790 $2,190
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,200 $2,690 $3,280
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,670 $4,480 $5,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,880 $7,170 $8,740
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,080 $9,850 $12,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,200

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,200

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

Full-service mover

$3,670–$5,460

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Paterson, NJ → Greensboro, NC. 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
Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (855) 854-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
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 (13 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 (11 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 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT
4307255
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10701 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (973) 465-5310 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,164 movers in Paterson

Near Greensboro (destination)

Gxo Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gxo Logistics Supply Chain INC

USDOT
153372
MC
44538
Based in
High Point, NC 27265 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
337 trucks, 392 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (336) 232-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jafko INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2408962
MC
828920
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27406 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (336) 417-1081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kanaan Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2921664
MC
985394
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27409 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (336) 553-6570 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vmf Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3138274
MC
97459
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27410 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (336) 580-8967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thomas Enterprises Of Greensboro INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
603171
MC
285886
Based in
McLeansville, NC 27301 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (336) 292-2262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Logistics And Environmental LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2506322
MC
869756
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27407 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (336) 662-0292 Route Verify on FMCSA

Metropolitan Warehouse & Delivery Corp

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
856736
Based in
Greensboro, NC 27406 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (800) 300-7417 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mahan

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mahan & Huff LLC

USDOT
2640396
MC
9681
Based in
High Point, NC 27263 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (336) 250-7916 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 341 movers in Greensboro

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,470 to $2,190 for a studio, $2,200 to $3,280 for a one-bedroom, $3,670 to $5,460 for a two-bedroom, $5,880 to $8,740 for a three-bedroom and $8,080 to $12,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Greensboro from Paterson?

About 533 road miles (452 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 53 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 North Carolina 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 Greensboro?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,200. 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–Greensboro corridor.