Springfield, MA → Princeton, NJ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Springfield to Princeton

About 194 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,680–$3,980, delivery in 1–2 days, 213 carriers on the Springfield side and 149 in Princeton.

194 miroad distance
4 h 3 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,680–$3,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Springfield, Massachusetts
To: Princeton, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 194 miles (164 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 3 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 213 (155 interstate)
Movers at destination: 149 (111 interstate)

Reverse: Princeton → Springfield

Princeton sits about 194 miles southwest of Springfield, which makes this an interstate relocation from Massachusetts to New Jersey that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,680 to $3,980 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 3 min.

On the Springfield side there are 213 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (155 of them authorized for interstate work), and 149 around Princeton (111 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 Princeton.

Springfield has a population of about 154,702 and Princeton about 31,000. Springfield is considerably denser (4,888 people per square mile versus 1,710), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Springfield to Princeton

Full-service estimate for 194 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,450	$1,760	$2,150
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,610	$1,960	$2,390
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,680	$3,260	$3,980
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,280	$5,220	$6,370
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,890	$7,180	$8,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$350–$490

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

Portable container

$1,190–$1,750

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

Full-service mover

$2,680–$3,980

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Springfield (origin)

Palmer Dedicated Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1385753
MC: 527864
Based in: Westfield, MA 01085 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (413) 579-5035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Poulin Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 588111
MC: 285069
Based in: Suffield, CT 06078 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (860) 668-9992 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flemings Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 565153
MC: 222754
Based in: Suffield, CT 06078 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 225-0249 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dm Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3086680
MC: 69622
Based in: Westfield, MA 01085 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (413) 886-9309 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kaz Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 822415
MC: 362564
Based in: Ellington, CT 06029 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (860) 680-3356 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jason Broom DBA Affordable Waste Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Affordable Waste Solutions INC

USDOT: 2272542
MC: 1092581
Based in: Hampden, MA 01036 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (413) 244-1943 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Clark Relocations LLC

USDOT: 3733749
MC: 1319014
Based in: Chicopee, MA 01013 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

Boomerang

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Boomerang Storage LLC

USDOT: 2204901
MC: 765077
Based in: Ludlow, MA 01056 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (413) 535-3200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 213 movers in Springfield

Near Princeton (destination)

Hermann Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hermann Forwarding Company

USDOT: 17093
MC: 32775
Based in: Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 163 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 297-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Transport Services Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 212340
MC: 149114
Based in: Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (908) 527-7567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Everlast Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Everlast Transport INC

USDOT: 550019
MC: 993300
Based in: Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (732) 727-0634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glenway Distribution

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Glenway Edison Corporation

USDOT: 1696595
MC: 784444
Based in: Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (732) 593-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mg Express Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2521395
MC: 875334
Based in: East Windsor, NJ 08520 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (973) 873-5155 Route Verify on FMCSA

George'S Garage & Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 649697
MC: 935073
Based in: Cranbury, NJ 08512 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (609) 655-3334 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Santini Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A Santini Storage Company Of NJ INC

USDOT: 6045
MC: 53438
Based in: Dayton, NJ 08810 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (973) 228-7211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Specialized Hauling INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2986680
MC: 16953
Based in: Monroe, NJ 08831 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (917) 685-8268 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 149 movers in Princeton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Springfield to Princeton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,450 to $2,150 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,390 for a one-bedroom, $2,680 to $3,980 for a two-bedroom, $4,280 to $6,370 for a three-bedroom and $5,890 to $8,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Princeton from Springfield?

About 194 road miles (164 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 3 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 Springfield to Princeton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $350 to $490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,190 to $1,750. 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 Springfield–Princeton corridor.