Wilmington, DE → Lakewood, NJ · Short-haul move

Movers from Wilmington to Lakewood

About 88 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,560–$2,320, delivery in 1–2 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 171 in Lakewood.

88 miroad distance
2 h 13 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,560–$2,3202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wilmington, Delaware
To: Lakewood, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 88 miles (74 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 13 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 315 (214 interstate)
Movers at destination: 171 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Wilmington

Lakewood sits about 88 miles east of Wilmington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Delaware 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 13 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,560 and $2,320, before packing or storage.

On the Wilmington side there are 315 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (214 of them authorized for interstate work), and 171 around Lakewood (91 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 Lakewood.

Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Lakewood about 143,765. The two cities have comparable density (6,507 and 5,472 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Delaware, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Wilmington to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 88 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$890	$1,090	$1,320
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,010	$1,230	$1,500
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,560	$1,900	$2,320
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,330	$2,850	$3,470
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,390	$4,130	$5,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$340

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,620

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

Full-service mover

$1,560–$2,320

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Wilmington (origin)

Bentley Truck Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 524125
Based in: Logan Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,467 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (856) 467-4446 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Duie Pyle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 113594
MC: 39140
Based in: West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,097 trucks, 2,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (610) 696-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erdner Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 85873
MC: 128698
Based in: Woolwich Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (856) 467-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mdd3 Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3309299
MC: 1050934
Based in: Newark, DE 19702 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (917) 806-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Adams Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3395310
Based in: New Castle, DE 19720 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 585-0089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duplicate Of 777773

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: M Gerace Enterprises INC

USDOT: 959283
MC: 522860
Based in: Media, PA 19063 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (610) 534-5650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dreamchasers Community Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4526415
MC: 1794163
Based in: Woodstown, NJ 08098 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (201) 895-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 610 Hauling LLC

USDOT: 2251093
MC: 1484775
Based in: West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (717) 903-6433 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 315 movers in Wilmington

Near Lakewood (destination)

3g Abv Corp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Gabv Corporation

USDOT: 2444229
MC: 843377
Based in: Manalapan, NJ 07726 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (732) 851-7419 Route Verify on FMCSA

C To C Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3681572
MC: 1280785
Based in: Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (908) 902-2405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 661798
MC: 1053763
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08753 (9 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 (7 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 (4 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 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zip To Zip Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2969363
MC: 9229
Based in: Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (347) 860-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Ocean Township

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf To Shore Investments LLC

USDOT: 4064194
MC: 1542693
Based in: Ocean Township, NJ 07712 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (732) 292-5575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 171 movers in Lakewood

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Lakewood with daylight to spare.
Check Delaware 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.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Wilmington to Lakewood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $890 to $1,320 for a studio, $1,010 to $1,500 for a one-bedroom, $1,560 to $2,320 for a two-bedroom, $2,330 to $3,470 for a three-bedroom and $3,390 to $5,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Wilmington?

About 88 road miles (74 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 13 min.

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Delaware 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 Wilmington to Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,620. 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 Wilmington–Lakewood corridor.