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

Movers from Wilmington to Trenton

About 62 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,420–$2,120, delivery in 1–2 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 350 in Trenton.

62 miroad distance
1 h 46 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,420–$2,1202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wilmington, Delaware
To: Trenton, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 62 miles (53 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 46 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 315 (214 interstate)
Movers at destination: 350 (279 interstate)

Reverse: Trenton → Wilmington

Moving from Wilmington to Trenton is a short-haul move of roughly 62 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 1 h 46 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,420 and $2,120, 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 350 around Trenton (279 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 Trenton.

Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Trenton about 90,000. Trenton is the denser city (11,947 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 Trenton

Full-service estimate for 62 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$790	$960	$1,180
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$910	$1,100	$1,350
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,420	$1,740	$2,120
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,160	$2,640	$3,220
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,180	$3,880	$4,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$210–$300

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,580

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

Full-service mover

$1,420–$2,120

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 Trenton (destination)

Greatwide American Trans-Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Greatwide American Trans-Freight LLC

USDOT: 753551
MC: 340975
Based in: Langhorne, PA 19047 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 384 trucks, 278 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (800) 283-9700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Veltri INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 398991
MC: 481594
Based in: Trevose, PA 19053 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 151 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (215) 946-6400 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

Dream Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Transportation LLC

USDOT: 3020074
MC: 37720
Based in: Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (833) 777-8778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mirage Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3815917
MC: 1378977
Based in: Southampton, PA 18966 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 90 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (925) 474-4510 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

Sls Group Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3383225
MC: 1086171
Based in: Southampton, PA 18966 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (484) 966-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farruggio'S Bristol And Philadelphia Auto Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 111029
MC: 38481
Based in: Bristol, PA 19007 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (215) 788-5596 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 350 movers in Trenton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $790 to $1,180 for a studio, $910 to $1,350 for a one-bedroom, $1,420 to $2,120 for a two-bedroom, $2,160 to $3,220 for a three-bedroom and $3,180 to $4,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Trenton from Wilmington?

About 62 road miles (53 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 46 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 Trenton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $210 to $300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,580. 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–Trenton corridor.