Paterson, NJ

Savannah, GA → Paterson, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Savannah to Paterson

About 859 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,550–$6,770, delivery in 2–5 days, 285 carriers on the Savannah side and 2,164 in Paterson.

  • 859 miroad distance
  • 15 h 31 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,550–$6,7702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 859 miles (728 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 31 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
285 (170 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,164 (1,282 interstate)

Reverse: Paterson → Savannah

The route from Savannah, GA to Paterson, NJ covers roughly 859 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the 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 $4,550 to $6,770 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 15 h 31 min.

On the Savannah side there are 285 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (170 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.

Savannah has a population of about 149,440 and Paterson about 161,793. Paterson is the denser city (19,016 people per square mile versus 1,384 in Savannah), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Georgia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Savannah to Paterson

Full-service estimate for 859 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,820 $2,220 $2,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,730 $3,330 $4,060
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,550 $5,550 $6,770
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,280 $8,880 $10,830
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,010 $12,210 $14,900

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,180–$1,670

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

Portable container

$1,790–$2,630

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

Full-service mover

$4,550–$6,770

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 Savannah (origin)

Beast &queen Lllp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4329850
MC
1690402
Based in
Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40,001 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Heavy Weight Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1716174
MC
629425
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
144 trucks, 144 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

East Coast Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2422038
MC
82976
Based in
Savannah, GA 31408 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
108 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

H And R Trucking

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
949323
MC
519914
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
83 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Savannah River Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2023162
MC
711530
Based in
Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Intermodal Cargo Services Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
814696
MC
222137
Based in
Savannah, GA 31401 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Eth Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3176566
MC
122866
Based in
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
31 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Coastal Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
261996
MC
178110
Based in
Savannah, GA 31405 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

All 285 movers in Savannah

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,820 to $2,710 for a studio, $2,730 to $4,060 for a one-bedroom, $4,550 to $6,770 for a two-bedroom, $7,280 to $10,830 for a three-bedroom and $10,010 to $14,900 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paterson from Savannah?

About 859 road miles (728 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 31 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Georgia 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 Savannah to Paterson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,180 to $1,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,790 to $2,630. 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 Savannah–Paterson corridor.