Toms River, NJ

Pensacola, FL → Toms River, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Pensacola to Toms River

About 1,163 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,450–$8,120, delivery in 3–7 days, 105 carriers on the Pensacola side and 114 in Toms River.

  • 1,163 miroad distance
  • 20 h 45 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,450–$8,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,163 miles (985 straight-line)
Drive time
20 h 45 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
105 (51 interstate)
Movers at destination
114 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Toms River → Pensacola

Toms River sits about 1,163 miles northeast of Pensacola, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to New Jersey that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $5,450 to $8,120 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 45 min.

On the Pensacola side there are 105 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (51 of them authorized for interstate work), and 114 around Toms River (61 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 Toms River.

Pensacola has a population of about 55,000 and Toms River about 100,899. The two cities have comparable density (2,385 and 2,356 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pensacola to Toms River

Full-service estimate for 1,163 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,180 $2,660 $3,250
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,270 $3,990 $4,870
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,450 $6,650 $8,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,730 $10,640 $12,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,000 $14,630 $17,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,640–$2,320

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

Portable container

$2,060–$3,030

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

Full-service mover

$5,450–$8,120

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Pensacola (origin)

Lmac Group INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4180295
MC
1609332
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Hightower Industries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4402443
MC
1728312
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Rowe'S Moving Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2939708
MC
993927
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32505 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

City Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1073913
MC
1354784
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32505 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Two Men And A Truck Pensacola FL

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2897684
MC
974138
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Dck Capital INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3527613
MC
1173178
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32506 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Chosen One Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1526680
MC
33611
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Pensacola LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1605535
MC
593756
Based in
Pensacola, FL 32503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 105 movers in Pensacola

Near Toms River (destination)

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
661798
MC
1053763
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08753 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
774963
MC
431356
Based in
Brick, NJ 08723 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
285934
MC
190852
Based in
Howell, NJ 07731 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1038738
MC
444372
Based in
Toms River, NJ 08755 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Bilkays Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3612204
MC
1230779
Based in
Howell, NJ 07731 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Sett Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1934502
MC
690656
Based in
Bayville, NJ 08721 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Freehold Movers INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
488656
Based in
Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Freehold Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4393714
MC
1723876
Based in
Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 114 movers in Toms River

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pensacola to Toms River?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,180 to $3,250 for a studio, $3,270 to $4,870 for a one-bedroom, $5,450 to $8,120 for a two-bedroom, $8,730 to $12,980 for a three-bedroom and $12,000 to $17,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Toms River from Pensacola?

About 1,163 road miles (985 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 45 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Florida into New Jersey 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 Pensacola to Toms River?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,640 to $2,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,060 to $3,030. 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 Pensacola–Toms River corridor.