Toms River, NJ → Paterson, NJ · Short-haul move

Movers from Toms River to Paterson

About 75 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,570–$2,340, delivery in 1–2 days, 114 carriers on the Toms River side and 2,164 in Paterson.

75 miroad distance
2 hdriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,570–$2,3402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Toms River, New Jersey
To: Paterson, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 75 miles (64 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (New Jersey)
Movers at origin: 114 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,164 (1,282 interstate)

Reverse: Paterson → Toms River

The route from Toms River, NJ to Paterson, NJ covers roughly 75 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,570 and $2,340, before packing or storage.

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 2,164 around Paterson (1,282 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 Paterson.

Toms River has a population of about 100,899 and Paterson about 161,793. Paterson is the denser city (19,016 people per square mile versus 2,356 in Toms River), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Toms River to Paterson

Full-service estimate for 75 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$890	$1,080	$1,320
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,010	$1,230	$1,500
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,570	$1,920	$2,340
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,370	$2,890	$3,530
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,460	$4,220	$5,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$320

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,600

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

Full-service mover

$1,570–$2,340

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

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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 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

Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (855) 854-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (973) 589-5931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Venus Global Consulting

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

Call (201) 452-3179 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (973) 900-9250 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT: 4307255
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (973) 465-5310 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,164 movers in Paterson

Tips for this move

Confirm whether travel time between Toms River and Paterson is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Paterson with daylight to spare.
Check New Jersey intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $890 to $1,320 for a studio, $1,010 to $1,500 for a one-bedroom, $1,570 to $2,340 for a two-bedroom, $2,370 to $3,530 for a three-bedroom and $3,460 to $5,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paterson from Toms River?

About 75 road miles (64 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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

No. Because both Toms River and Paterson are in New Jersey, 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 Toms River to Paterson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,600. 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–Paterson corridor.