Norman, OK

Paterson, NJ → Norman, OK · Cross-country move

Movers from Paterson to Norman

About 1,553 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,150–$9,160, delivery in 5–10 days, 2,164 carriers on the Paterson side and 91 in Norman.

  • 1,553 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,150–$9,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,553 miles (1,316 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,164 (1,282 interstate)
Movers at destination
91 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Norman → Paterson

Moving from Paterson to Norman is a cross-country move of roughly 1,553 road miles, heading west from New Jersey to Oklahoma.

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 $6,150 to $9,160 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

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 91 around Norman (57 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 Norman.

Paterson has a population of about 161,793 and Norman about 130,943. Paterson is considerably denser (19,016 people per square mile versus 716), 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 Oklahoma 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 Norman

Full-service estimate for 1,553 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,460 $3,000 $3,660
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,690 $4,500 $5,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,150 $7,510 $9,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,850 $12,010 $14,650
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,540 $16,510 $20,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,200–$3,100

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

Portable container

$2,410–$3,540

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

Full-service mover

$6,150–$9,160

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Paterson, NJ → Norman, OK. 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 Norman (destination)

Mark Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2858951
MC
957498
Based in
Okc, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Great Country Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1257866
MC
490991
Based in
Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Surexpress Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1398935
MC
531215
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Ball And Sons Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2947842
MC
997948
Based in
Norman, OK 73072 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Shah Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3892119
MC
1431252
Based in
Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Locke Supply Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
126365
MC
1416714
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73149 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Isa Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1445068
MC
546172
Based in
Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Serenity Moving Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2439364
MC
988784
Based in
Norman, OK 73069 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 91 movers in Norman

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,460 to $3,660 for a studio, $3,690 to $5,490 for a one-bedroom, $6,150 to $9,160 for a two-bedroom, $9,850 to $14,650 for a three-bedroom and $13,540 to $20,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Norman from Paterson?

About 1,553 road miles (1,316 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Oklahoma 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 Norman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,200 to $3,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,410 to $3,540. 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–Norman corridor.