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

Movers from Wilmington to Newark

About 117 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,180–$3,240, delivery in 1–2 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 2,782 in Newark.

117 miroad distance
2 h 43 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,180–$3,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wilmington, Delaware
To: Newark, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 117 miles (99 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 43 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 315 (214 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,782 (1,591 interstate)

Reverse: Newark → Wilmington

Moving from Wilmington to Newark is a short-haul move of roughly 117 road miles, heading northeast from Delaware to New Jersey.

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 43 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,180 and $3,240, 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 2,782 around Newark (1,591 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 Newark.

Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Newark about 323,808. Newark is the denser city (12,927 people per square mile versus 6,507 in Wilmington), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. 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 Newark

Full-service estimate for 117 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,340	$1,630	$1,990
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,340	$1,630	$1,990
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,180	$2,660	$3,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,490	$4,260	$5,190
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,800	$5,850	$7,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$380

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,650

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

Full-service mover

$2,180–$3,240

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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 Newark (destination)

Piece Of Cake Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Piece Of Cake Moving + Storage LLC

USDOT: 3066988
MC: 58659
Based in: New York, NY 10009 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 340 trucks, 360 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (646) 461-3422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Performance Team-Hudd Transportation-Pilot Freight Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC

USDOT: 516243
MC: 262387
Based in: Florham Park, NJ 07932 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,239 trucks, 1,385 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (704) 571-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Luna Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3728952
MC: 1315556
Based in: Brooklyn, NY 11214 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 207 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (848) 444-3133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daybreak Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 288155
MC: 186214
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (2 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 (2 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 (3 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 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,782 movers in Newark

Tips for this move

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.
Confirm whether travel time between Wilmington and Newark is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Newark with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,340 to $1,990 for a studio, $1,340 to $1,990 for a one-bedroom, $2,180 to $3,240 for a two-bedroom, $3,490 to $5,190 for a three-bedroom and $4,800 to $7,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newark from Wilmington?

About 117 road miles (99 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 43 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 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 Newark?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 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 Wilmington–Newark corridor.