Santa Fe, NM → Toms River, NJ · Cross-country move

Movers from Santa Fe to Toms River

About 2,066 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,060–$10,500, delivery in 5–10 days, 25 carriers on the Santa Fe side and 114 in Toms River.

2,066 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,060–$10,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Santa Fe, New Mexico
To: Toms River, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 2,066 miles (1,751 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 25 (11 interstate)
Movers at destination: 114 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Toms River → Santa Fe

Moving from Santa Fe to Toms River is a cross-country move of roughly 2,066 road miles, heading east from New Mexico to New Jersey.

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 $7,060 to $10,500 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 36 hours (5 driving days).

On the Santa Fe side there are 25 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (11 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.

Santa Fe has a population of about 90,000 and Toms River about 100,899. Toms River is the denser city (2,356 people per square mile versus 1,675 in Santa Fe), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than New Mexico, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Santa Fe to Toms River

Full-service estimate for 2,066 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,820	$3,440	$4,200
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,240	$5,170	$6,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,060	$8,610	$10,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,300	$13,780	$16,810
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,530	$18,940	$23,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,870–$4,060

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

Portable container

$2,860–$4,210

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

Full-service mover

$7,060–$10,500

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

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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 Santa Fe (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Santa Fe LLC

USDOT: 3240298
MC: 1017620
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (505) 702-4735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro-Move Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Santa Fe Storage LLC

USDOT: 3942498
MC: 1464643
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (505) 471-3434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Southwest Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Southwest Moving Systems LLC

USDOT: 496334
MC: 256060
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (505) 473-3576 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ahl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Art Handlers LTD

USDOT: 295148
MC: 283301
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (505) 982-0228 Route Verify on FMCSA

J & L Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jose Antonio Leon

USDOT: 2475716
MC: 856379
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (615) 389-3543 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yanez Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3782449
MC: 1354533
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (505) 204-4510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gonzales & Sons Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Frank Gonzales

USDOT: 626351
MC: 330221
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (505) 470-4296 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wilson Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Donald R Wilson

USDOT: 1195329
Based in: Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (505) 471-6611 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Santa Fe

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

Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

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

Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

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

Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (908) 290-5350 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (732) 966-5982 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (732) 928-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (732) 928-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 114 movers in Toms River

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Toms River accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Fe to Toms River?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,820 to $4,200 for a studio, $4,240 to $6,300 for a one-bedroom, $7,060 to $10,500 for a two-bedroom, $11,300 to $16,810 for a three-bedroom and $15,530 to $23,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Toms River from Santa Fe?

About 2,066 road miles (1,751 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 Mexico 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 Santa Fe to Toms River?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,870 to $4,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,860 to $4,210. 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 Santa Fe–Toms River corridor.