Your planning guide for a long-distance move from Pennsylvania to New Jersey: cost, road miles and delivery timing.

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Map of the moving route from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ: 86 miles via I-95

More people move from New Jersey to Pennsylvania than the reverse, but the Pennsylvania to New Jersey lane is still busy: Census estimates about 25,902 people (±3,756) made this move in 2024, and about 38,467 people (±4,874) went the other way. New Jersey was the 2nd most common destination for people leaving Pennsylvania. It is about 86 road miles from Philadelphia to Newark, about 1–2 hours of driving, and a household shipment on this lane usually arrives within roughly 1–3 days of pickup. A 2-bedroom move on this route is a planning range of $2,450–$3,400 with Next Generation Movers.

Route facts

Road milesAbout 86 miles, Philadelphia to Newark (OSRM driving route)
Drive timeAbout 1–2 hours without stops
Typical delivery windowRoughly 1–3 days after pickup; your written estimate sets the exact window
Pennsylvania to New Jersey, 2024About 25,902 people (±3,756) moved
New Jersey to Pennsylvania, 2024About 38,467 people (±4,874) moved

Migration source: U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows, 2024 American Community Survey 1-year estimates. Counts are people age 1 and over, with the margin of error shown.

Planning prices: Pennsylvania to New Jersey

Home sizeTypical volumePlanning range
Studio or 1 bedroomabout 450 cu ft$1,650–$2,300
2 bedroomsabout 750 cu ft$2,450–$3,400
3 bedroomsabout 1,100 cu ft$3,400–$4,700
4+ bedroomsabout 1,500 cu ft and up$4,300–$6,000

Planning range, final price after free inventory review. Ranges cover line haul, fuel and standard service at both ends. Packing, stairs, long carries, a shuttle truck, storage and specialty items such as pianos are extra and are quoted after the review.

Common city pairs on this route

FromToRoad miles2-bedroom planning range
Philadelphia, PANewark, NJ86$2,450–$3,400
Philadelphia, PACherry Hill, NJ9$2,450–$3,400
Pittsburgh, PANewark, NJ361$3,350–$4,650
Pittsburgh, PACherry Hill, NJ313$3,150–$4,400

Licensed interstate mover

Next Generation Movers, Rockville, MD. USDOT 3764697 · MC 1341637. Check any mover on FMCSA Protect Your Move.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pennsylvania to New Jersey?

For Philadelphia to Newark (about 86 road miles) our planning range is $1,650–$2,300 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $2,450–$3,400 for 2 bedrooms and $3,400–$4,700 for 3 bedrooms. The final price is set after a free inventory review.

How long does a move from Pennsylvania to New Jersey take?

Plan for a delivery window of roughly 1–3 days after pickup. The drive itself is about 1–2 hours. Your written estimate states the exact window.

Is Next Generation Movers licensed for interstate moves?

Yes. We are registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation as USDOT 3764697, MC 1341637. You can check this on the FMCSA website.

How do I get a quote?

Call our voice line at (240) 905-4429 for an instant quote, 24/7, call the office at (240) 422-2243, or request an estimate online.

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