Waterbury, CT → Cherry Hill, NJ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Waterbury to Cherry Hill

About 180 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,530–$3,760, delivery in 1–2 days, 170 carriers on the Waterbury side and 838 in Cherry Hill.

180 miroad distance
3 h 48 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,530–$3,7602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Waterbury, Connecticut
To: Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 180 miles (152 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 48 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 170 (99 interstate)
Movers at destination: 838 (563 interstate)

Reverse: Cherry Hill → Waterbury

The route from Waterbury, CT to Cherry Hill, NJ covers roughly 180 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,530 to $3,760 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 3 h 48 min.

On the Waterbury side there are 170 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (99 of them authorized for interstate work), and 838 around Cherry Hill (563 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 Cherry Hill.

Waterbury has a population of about 115,771 and Cherry Hill about 74,000. Cherry Hill is the denser city (20,442 people per square mile versus 4,014 in Waterbury), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Waterbury to Cherry Hill

Full-service estimate for 180 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,520	$1,850	$2,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,530	$3,080	$3,760
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,050	$4,930	$6,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,560	$6,780	$8,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$470

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

Portable container

$1,180–$1,740

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

Full-service mover

$2,530–$3,760

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 Waterbury (origin)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Flynn'S Motor Express INC

USDOT: 175772
MC: 153461
Based in: Southington, CT 06489 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 628-6373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Industrial Riggers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27842
MC: 140204
Based in: Waterbury, CT 06704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 573-1116 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 170 movers in Waterbury

Near Cherry Hill (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated

USDOT: 751209
MC: 339982
Based in: Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (856) 663-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2784879
MC: 927952
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flower Transfer Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delaware Valley Floral Group LLC

USDOT: 346532
MC: 201014
Based in: Sewell, NJ 08080 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 134 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (856) 468-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4570815
MC: 1818083
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ambrogi Food Dist

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 392622
MC: 1150741
Based in: Westville, NJ 08093 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (856) 845-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1077521
MC: 449417
Based in: West Deptford, NJ 08086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (856) 931-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Ladies And A Gentleman Moving Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4447256
MC: 1751983
Based in: Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (856) 266-1587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534142
MC: 880980
Based in: Philadelphia, PA 19115 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (215) 383-9247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 838 movers in Cherry Hill

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Waterbury–Cherry Hill corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Waterbury to Cherry Hill?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $1,520 to $2,260 for a one-bedroom, $2,530 to $3,760 for a two-bedroom, $4,050 to $6,020 for a three-bedroom and $5,560 to $8,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cherry Hill from Waterbury?

About 180 road miles (152 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 48 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 Connecticut 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 Waterbury to Cherry Hill?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,180 to $1,740. 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 Waterbury–Cherry Hill corridor.