Moving From Virginia to New Jersey

Quick Reaction Moving & Storage moves households from Northern Virginia to New Jersey, including Jersey City, Newark, Princeton, Cherry Hill, and the Jersey Shore. As a veteran-owned company based in Lorton, we handle packing, loading, transport, and delivery, with storage when you need it. New Jersey ranked ninth among destinations for people leaving Virginia, with about 11,000 Virginians moving there in 2024, according to Census data reported by USAFacts.

Virginia to New Jersey Movers for Every Kind of Household

Full-Service Long-Distance Moves

Our long-distance movers load your Northern Virginia home, drive your shipment up the coast, and unload at your new New Jersey address. The same movers stay with it from load to delivery, and you get a written inventory of what goes on the truck.

Packing for High-Rises and Townhomes

Our packing services cover full or partial packing with quality materials, so your belongings arrive protected whether you land in a high-rise or a suburban townhome.

Storage Between Homes

When your New Jersey closing or lease date is not ready, our warehouse storage in Lorton holds your belongings. We deliver once your dates are set.

Military Moves to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

Our military movers plan PCS moves around your report date, including storage when housing and report dates do not line up.

Pianos, Gun Safes, and Antiques

We move pianos, gun safes, and antiques. Tell us about them at your estimate so the right equipment is on the truck.

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How Your Long-Distance Move Works

Our Simple Process

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Free estimate. We look through your home in person or by video and give you a clear written estimate.
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The plan. We confirm the route, the timeline, and a delivery window before you commit.
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Load day. The movers pack, load, and leave with your inventory.
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Delivery. The same movers unload and set up your furniture in New Jersey.

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Where Virginians Are Moving in New Jersey

Jersey City, Hoboken, and Newark

Moves into Hudson County and Newark often cross the Hudson River or arrive by the Turnpike, and truck rules matter. The Port Authority says the Holland Tunnel allows only two- and three-axle single-unit trucks, with a height limit of 12 feet 6 inches. All trucks must use the upper level of the George Washington Bridge. Newark is about 220 miles from Washington, DC. Ask your building manager about elevator reservations and insurance paperwork.

Princeton, Trenton, and Central Jersey

Princeton is about 183 miles from Washington, DC. Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, which combines Fort Dix, Naval Air Engineering Station Lakehurst, and McGuire Air Force Base, is 18 miles southeast of Trenton and borders Ocean and Burlington counties.

Cherry Hill and South Jersey

Cherry Hill is about 146 miles from Washington, DC, the closest of these destinations to Northern Virginia. A shorter haul keeps long-distance moves flexible, and storage covers any gap between dates.

The Jersey Shore

NJDOT has long barred trucks from the Garden State Parkway north of Interchange 105 in Tinton Falls, so check the current truck rules with your driver before you route a shore move. Barrier islands and coastal communities are vulnerable to storm surge, which makes hurricane season a planning factor.

How Much Does It Cost to Move From Virginia to New Jersey?

Full-service moves typically cost $930 to $6,760, depending on home size, based on 911 recent quotes collected by moveBuddha. The average trip covers about 374 miles. These are market ranges, not Quick Reaction Moving & Storage rates.

Home size	Full-service movers	Moving container
Studio or 1 bedroom	$930 to $2,940	$690 to $1,640
2 to 3 bedrooms	$1,800 to $4,750	$1,200 to $2,220
4 or more bedrooms	$2,580 to $6,760	$1,550 to $3,020

Long-distance moves are priced mainly on distance and shipment weight, so moving less is the fastest way to lower the cost. For a firm number, get a free estimate. Our guide to what movers cost in Northern Virginia explains how estimates are built.

Plan Around Nor'easters and Hurricane Season

The National Weather Service says nor’easters can occur at any time of year but are most frequent and most violent between September and April. The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30, and New Jersey’s tropical storm activity is typically between August and late October, according to NJ OEM. Choose dates outside those windows when you can, and see our best time to move guide.

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Your First Weeks as a New Jersey Resident

New Jersey gives new residents 60 days for the main tasks.

License and vehicle within 60 days. Transfer your out-of-state license and your vehicle title and registration within 60 days of your move, or before your current license and registration expire, whichever comes first.
Insurance. All vehicles registered in New Jersey need three types of mandatory insurance: liability, personal injury protection, and uninsured motorist coverage.
Inspection. Newly registered vehicles receive a temporary inspection card. Ask the MVC when your first inspection is due.
Sales tax. The MVC lists an exemption for a vehicle purchased, titled, and registered in another state while you were a non-resident of New Jersey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to move from Virginia to New Jersey?

Delivery depends on distance and your dates. We give you a delivery window with your estimate.

What is the cheapest way to move from Virginia to New Jersey?

Moving less is the biggest saver, since long-distance moves are priced mostly on distance and weight. Compare a container with full-service movers, or use labor-only movers with a truck you rent.

When should I book a Virginia to New Jersey move?

Book at least a month ahead, and four to six weeks ahead for summer. Our 8-week moving checklist lays out the timeline.

Can you store my things until my New Jersey home is ready?

Yes. Our Lorton warehouse holds your belongings, and we deliver after your closing or lease date is confirmed.

Do you move military families to New Jersey?

Yes. We handle PCS moves around your report date, including moves to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

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Fast, adaptive, professional, high value support and execution. Request for quote responded to within 24 hours. I had a unique move requirement and they were able to adapt to the requirement and quickly change their norms and standard pricing which would have otherwise made the request financially infeasible. On the day of, the mover came with multiple tools and equipment to be able to adapt to whatever challenges they were faced with. They operated safely taking into account and clearly communicating needs to maintain safety for occupants, the movers and the property. The move was completed faster than expected. Pricing was clear and up front and payment was easy. Recommend to any and all who may be in need of their services.

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