Wilmington, DE → Yonkers, NY · Short-haul move

Movers from Wilmington to Yonkers

About 143 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,360–$3,510, delivery in 1–2 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 2,152 in Yonkers.

143 miroad distance
3 h 10 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,360–$3,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wilmington, Delaware
To: Yonkers, New York
Road distance: ≈ 143 miles (121 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 10 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 315 (214 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,152 (1,091 interstate)

Reverse: Yonkers → Wilmington

Yonkers sits about 143 miles northeast of Wilmington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Delaware to New York 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 3 h 10 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,360 and $3,510, 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 2,152 around Yonkers (1,091 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 Yonkers.

Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Yonkers about 212,603. Yonkers is the denser city (11,754 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 York 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 Yonkers

Full-service estimate for 143 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,380	$1,690	$2,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,360	$2,870	$3,510
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,770	$4,600	$5,610
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,180	$6,320	$7,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,360–$3,510

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 Yonkers (destination)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1003565
MC: 825910
Based in: Bronx, NY 10454 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadway Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roadway Movers INC

USDOT: 1854436
MC: 671325
Based in: New York, NY 10472 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (212) 812-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT: 4307255
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86580
MC: 729893
Based in: Port Washington, NY 11050 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angel Spirit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2882215
MC: 967265
Based in: Garfield, NJ 07026 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (973) 910-4072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accurate Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Worldwide Logistics Of NJ LLC

USDOT: 2369201
MC: 871974
Based in: Moonachie, NJ 07074 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (973) 471-6205 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & E Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 936988
MC: 1624316
Based in: Paterson, NJ 07504 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (201) 282-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT: 25982
MC: 134689
Based in: Yonkers, NY 10710 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,152 movers in Yonkers

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 Yonkers is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Yonkers with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,380 to $2,060 for a studio, $1,410 to $2,100 for a one-bedroom, $2,360 to $3,510 for a two-bedroom, $3,770 to $5,610 for a three-bedroom and $5,180 to $7,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yonkers from Wilmington?

About 143 road miles (121 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 10 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 York 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 Yonkers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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–Yonkers corridor.