Toms River, NJ → Montgomery, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Toms River to Montgomery

About 1,009 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,760–$7,080, delivery in 3–7 days, 114 carriers on the Toms River side and 172 in Montgomery.

1,009 miroad distance
18 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,760–$7,0802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Toms River, New Jersey
To: Montgomery, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 1,009 miles (855 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 114 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination: 172 (94 interstate)

Reverse: Montgomery → Toms River

Moving from Toms River to Montgomery is a long-distance move of roughly 1,009 road miles, heading southwest from New Jersey to Alabama.

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 $4,760 to $7,080 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 6 min.

On the Toms River side there are 114 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (61 of them authorized for interstate work), and 172 around Montgomery (94 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 Montgomery.

Toms River has a population of about 100,899 and Montgomery about 195,300. Toms River is considerably denser (2,356 people per square mile versus 1,255), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in New Jersey, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Toms River to Montgomery

Full-service estimate for 1,009 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,900	$2,320	$2,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,860	$3,480	$4,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,760	$5,810	$7,080
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,620	$9,290	$11,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,470	$12,770	$15,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$4,760–$7,080

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 Toms River (origin)

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

Near Montgomery (destination)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT: 1547293
MC: 1782606
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2074918
MC: 724880
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1459725
MC: 551427
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285931
MC: 1039730
Based in: Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1232137
MC: 487744
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3860706
MC: 1410244
Based in: Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2125239
MC: 812350
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT: 1188260
MC: 474230
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Montgomery if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Toms River to Montgomery?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,900 to $2,830 for a studio, $2,860 to $4,250 for a one-bedroom, $4,760 to $7,080 for a two-bedroom, $7,620 to $11,330 for a three-bedroom and $10,470 to $15,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Montgomery from Toms River?

About 1,009 road miles (855 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Jersey into Alabama 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 Toms River to Montgomery?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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 Toms River–Montgomery corridor.