Waterbury, CT → Edison, NJ · Short-haul move

Movers from Waterbury to Edison

About 118 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,270–$3,380, delivery in 1–2 days, 170 carriers on the Waterbury side and 665 in Edison.

118 miroad distance
2 h 44 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,270–$3,3802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Waterbury, Connecticut
To: Edison, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 118 miles (100 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 44 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 170 (99 interstate)
Movers at destination: 665 (476 interstate)

Reverse: Edison → Waterbury

Edison sits about 118 miles southwest of Waterbury, which makes this an interstate relocation from Connecticut to New Jersey that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 44 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,270 and $3,380, before packing or storage.

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 665 around Edison (476 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 Edison.

Waterbury has a population of about 115,771 and Edison about 109,077. The two cities have comparable density (4,014 and 3,574 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Waterbury to Edison

Full-service estimate for 118 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	$1,400	$1,700	$2,080
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,270	$2,770	$3,380
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,640	$4,440	$5,420
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,000	$6,100	$7,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$380

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,650

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

Full-service mover

$2,270–$3,380

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

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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 Edison (destination)

Hermann Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hermann Forwarding Company

USDOT: 17093
MC: 32775
Based in: Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 163 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 297-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Budd Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 185771
MC: 152533
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 627-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P I Transport Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 259466
MC: 165923
Based in: Edison, NJ 08817 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 102 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (732) 819-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Packaging Exchange INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4031162
MC: 1670307
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (800) 950-0083 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bett-A-Way Beverage Distributors INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 297672
MC: 210330
Based in: South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (908) 222-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Transport Services Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 212340
MC: 149114
Based in: Dayton, NJ 08810 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (908) 527-7567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inzone Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3220960
MC: 1008026
Based in: Aberdeen, NJ 07747 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 80 trucks, 250 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (917) 434-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3547419
MC: 1186779
Based in: South Plainfiel, NJ 07080 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (718) 354-5836 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 665 movers in Edison

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Waterbury to Edison?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,400 to $2,080 for a studio, $1,400 to $2,080 for a one-bedroom, $2,270 to $3,380 for a two-bedroom, $3,640 to $5,420 for a three-bedroom and $5,000 to $7,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Edison from Waterbury?

About 118 road miles (100 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 44 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 Edison?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,650. 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–Edison corridor.