Yonkers, NY → Trenton, NJ · Short-haul move

Movers from Yonkers to Trenton

About 81 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,660–$2,460, delivery in 1–2 days, 2,152 carriers on the Yonkers side and 350 in Trenton.

81 miroad distance
2 h 6 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,660–$2,4602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Yonkers, New York
To: Trenton, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 81 miles (69 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 6 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,152 (1,091 interstate)
Movers at destination: 350 (279 interstate)

Reverse: Trenton → Yonkers

Moving from Yonkers to Trenton is a short-haul move of roughly 81 road miles, heading southwest from New York 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 6 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,660 and $2,460, before packing or storage.

On the Yonkers side there are 2,152 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,091 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.

Yonkers has a population of about 212,603 and Trenton about 90,000. The two cities have comparable density (11,754 and 11,947 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Yonkers to Trenton

Full-service estimate for 81 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$940	$1,140	$1,400
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$1,060	$1,300	$1,580
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,660	$2,020	$2,460
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,490	$3,030	$3,700
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,620	$4,410	$5,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$230–$330

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

Portable container

$1,090–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,660–$2,460

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 Yonkers (origin)

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

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

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Trenton with daylight to spare.
Check New York 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 Yonkers to Trenton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $940 to $1,400 for a studio, $1,060 to $1,580 for a one-bedroom, $1,660 to $2,460 for a two-bedroom, $2,490 to $3,700 for a three-bedroom and $3,620 to $5,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Trenton from Yonkers?

About 81 road miles (69 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 6 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 New York 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 Yonkers to Trenton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $230 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,090 to $1,610. 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 Yonkers–Trenton corridor.