Moving long-distance varies greatly from shorter, local moves. While both require packing, cleaning and organizing, long-distance moves come with a whole checklist of extra tasks, from canceling local memberships to switching utility providers to updating driver's licenses. Another way long-distance relocations vary from local ones is the cost.

Not only are the costs of long-distance relocations typically higher, but they are calculated differently, and may incur additional costs. Don't let that scare you, though—Reliable Van & Storage, a trusted New Jersey moving company, is here to inform you on all that you'll need to know about pricing for your upcoming interstate move.

Calculating Long-Distance Moving Company Pricing

While local moves within 400 miles or less are based on the number of hours the move takes and crew size, long-distance relocations are calculated a bit differently. Instead, movers base their long-distance relocation pricing on the volume and weight of the shipment along with mileage to the final destination.

With the cost of your move based on these two factors, it's easy to see how long-distance relocation pricing can still fluctuate significantly. As a starting point, the average cost of moving company for a small, interstate move begins in the $1,200—$3,700 range.

Factors Affecting Your NJ Movers Cost Estimate

Even though your long-distance move will be based on cargo volume and mileage, there are plenty of other factors at play that could affect your moving estimate. Some of the most common include:

  • Move Timing: The busy season for movers is between late May and early September, and due to the high volume of customers, your estimate may be higher, as well.
  • Add-On Services: If you opt for many additional services, such as full-service packing, furniture assembly or custom crates, your long-distance relocation cost may increase.
  • Insurance Options: Most movers offer basic, released value protection which is free of charge. Many folks moving long-distance upgrade to full-value protection, which incurs extra charges.

Reducing the Cost of Your Long-Distance Relocation

It's true that a long-distance move will require investing in professional help, but don't worry—there are plenty of things you can do to help lower the estimate of your residential relocation. Some of our top tips that could reduce the price of your long-distance move include:

  • To reduce the volume of your belongings, downsize ahead of time to decrease the overall weight of your shipment.
  • Skip the full-service option and forgo extra services that you don't absolutely need, such as professional packing.
  • Plan your move for an off-season weekday to possibly get a reduced rate from a company with plenty of availability.

At Reliable Van, we care about our customers and do all that we can to make our services as accessible as possible. In addition to offering affordable prices on our services, we give our customers free, no-obligation estimates, and the ability to customize our services and never pay for anything they don't need. 

As agents of Allied Van Lines, we're part of a prominent moving and storage organization with a global presence, so we can make any long-distance move smooth, seamless and stress-free—including international relocations. Get in touch with Reliable Van today to learn even more about all that we can do for you, and to grab your free estimate on our long-distance moving services!