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Yonkers, NY

Rochester, NY → Yonkers, NY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Rochester to Yonkers

About 290 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,200–$4,760, delivery in 1–3 days, 306 carriers on the Rochester side and 2,152 in Yonkers.

  • 290 miroad distance
  • 5 h 42 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,200–$4,7602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 290 miles (246 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 42 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
In-state (New York)
Movers at origin
306 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,152 (1,091 interstate)

Reverse: Yonkers → Rochester

Moving from Rochester to Yonkers is a regional long-distance move of roughly 290 road miles, heading southeast within New York.

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 $3,200 to $4,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 42 min.

On the Rochester side there are 306 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,152 around Yonkers (1,091 interstate). For an in-state 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 Yonkers.

Rochester has a population of about 206,108 and Yonkers about 212,603. Yonkers is the denser city (11,754 people per square mile versus 5,903 in Rochester), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Rochester to Yonkers

Full-service estimate for 290 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,500 $1,830 $2,230
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,920 $2,340 $2,860
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,200 $3,910 $4,760
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,120 $6,250 $7,620
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,050 $8,590 $10,480

Rental truck (DIY)

$450–$630

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

Portable container

$1,280–$1,880

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

Full-service mover

$3,200–$4,760

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Rochester, NY → Yonkers, NY. 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 Rochester (origin)

US Commercial Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1858362
MC
663221
Based in
Rochester, NY 14621 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
301 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (585) 266-1404 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wegmans Food Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
185452
MC
152450
Based in
Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
216 trucks, 387 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (585) 279-4312 Route Verify on FMCSA

Custom Courier Solutions INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1612855
Based in
Rochester, NY 14606 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (585) 568-1309 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargo Transit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2346265
MC
802875
Based in
Rochester, NY 14626 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (585) 745-0216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363517
MC
810160
Based in
Rochester, NY 14613 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (585) 672-1496 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amj Home Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amj Hd 23 INC

USDOT
4058921
MC
1539704
Based in
Rochester, NY 14623 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (905) 670-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sheridan Brothers Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1203584
MC
489094
Based in
Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (585) 254-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Juan C Medina DBA Rogue Logistic

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roque Logistic INC

USDOT
3428666
MC
1110266
Based in
Rochester, NY 14616 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (201) 906-6164 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 306 movers in Rochester

Near Yonkers (destination)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1003565
MC
825910
Based in
Bronx, NY 10454 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadway Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roadway Movers INC

USDOT
1854436
MC
671325
Based in
New York, NY 10472 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (212) 812-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT
4307255
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10701 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
86580
MC
729893
Based in
Port Washington, NY 11050 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angel Spirit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2882215
MC
967265
Based in
Garfield, NJ 07026 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (973) 910-4072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accurate Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Worldwide Logistics Of NJ LLC

USDOT
2369201
MC
871974
Based in
Moonachie, NJ 07074 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (973) 471-6205 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & E Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
936988
MC
1624316
Based in
Paterson, NJ 07504 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (201) 282-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT
25982
MC
134689
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10710 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,152 movers in Yonkers

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rochester to Yonkers?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,500 to $2,230 for a studio, $1,920 to $2,860 for a one-bedroom, $3,200 to $4,760 for a two-bedroom, $5,120 to $7,620 for a three-bedroom and $7,050 to $10,480 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yonkers from Rochester?

About 290 road miles (246 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 42 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Rochester and Yonkers are in New York, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Rochester to Yonkers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $450 to $630 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,280 to $1,880. 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 Rochester–Yonkers corridor.