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Plymouth, MA → Paterson, NJ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Plymouth to Paterson

About 230 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,830–$4,210, delivery in 1–2 days, 37 carriers on the Plymouth side and 2,164 in Paterson.

  • 230 miroad distance
  • 4 h 40 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,830–$4,2102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 230 miles (195 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 40 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
37 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,164 (1,282 interstate)

Reverse: Paterson → Plymouth

The route from Plymouth, MA to Paterson, NJ covers roughly 230 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,830 to $4,210 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 40 min.

On the Plymouth side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,164 around Paterson (1,282 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 Paterson.

Plymouth has a population of about 65,000 and Paterson about 161,793. Plymouth is considerably denser (27,353 people per square mile versus 19,016), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Plymouth to Paterson

Full-service estimate for 230 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,450 $1,760 $2,150
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,700 $2,070 $2,530
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,830 $3,450 $4,210
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,530 $5,520 $6,740
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,230 $7,590 $9,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$390–$550

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

Portable container

$1,230–$1,800

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

Full-service mover

$2,830–$4,210

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Plymouth, MA → Paterson, NJ. 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 Plymouth (origin)

Sysco Boston LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
49541
MC
1099731
Based in
Plympton, MA 02367 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
234 trucks, 257 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (781) 422-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

C C Construction INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
402399
Based in
Plymouth, MA 02360 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (508) 398-1811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cape Cargo INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
813744
MC
406241
Based in
West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (508) 833-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1108840
MC
456026
Based in
West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (401) 825-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Perry'S Transit

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: John Perry

USDOT
2069425
MC
723392
Based in
Carver, MA 02330 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (781) 724-7172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
436103
MC
223136
Based in
Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (508) 947-7347 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burkhardt Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
148684
MC
3844
Based in
Marshfield, MA 02050 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (781) 337-0144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whitehall Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roger Lee Hall

USDOT
801850
MC
313832
Based in
Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (774) 213-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Plymouth

Near Paterson (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,450 to $2,150 for a studio, $1,700 to $2,530 for a one-bedroom, $2,830 to $4,210 for a two-bedroom, $4,530 to $6,740 for a three-bedroom and $6,230 to $9,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paterson from Plymouth?

About 230 road miles (195 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 40 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Massachusetts 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 Plymouth to Paterson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $390 to $550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,230 to $1,800. 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 Plymouth–Paterson corridor.