Moving From New Jersey to Boston

Moving from New Jersey to Boston? Boston Best Rate Movers provides direct interstate moving from all NJ locations to Greater Boston. At 220-280 miles, most moves complete same-day or next-day. Our own crews and trucks — no brokers, no transfers. USDOT #1718049.

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33,158 Moves Completed
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Licensed & Insured — MDPU #31391
24+ Years of Boston Experience
Full-Time Trained Crews, No Day Labor
Boston Best Rate Movers

Direct New Jersey to Boston Moving

We pick up from all New Jersey locations: Jersey City, Hoboken, Newark, Montclair, Princeton, Morristown, Cherry Hill, and every town in between. Relocating to the Melrose area, homes in Milton, or Mission Hill? Our interstate crew coordinates every detail from pickup to placement. Northern NJ pickups (220 miles) often achieve same-day Boston delivery. Central and southern NJ may require next-day delivery.

High-rise pickups in Jersey City and Hoboken include COI coordination and elevator scheduling — same as we do for NYC buildings. Suburban NJ pickups are straightforward residential moves.

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NJ Pickup Locations

Jersey City / Hoboken: 220 miles. Whether settling in the Needham area or homes in Newton, our Greater Boston community movers ensure your interstate move goes smoothly. High-rise logistics handled as standard service.

Montclair / Summit / Short Hills: 225-240 miles. Suburban Essex/Morris County.

Princeton / New Brunswick: 260 miles. University towns.

Bergen County (Ridgewood, Paramus): 230-240 miles. Residential suburbs.

Boston Best Rate Movers
Boston Best Rate Movers

NJ to Boston Moving Rates

Binding estimates based on weight and distance. Mid-range interstate pricing. All quotes include loading, transit, unloading, furniture assembly, and basic coverage.

Request a free NJ-to-Boston estimate or call (617) 787-3528.

Moving to Boston From NJ

Boston's rental market operates differently than NJ. September 1st lease starts dominate, and building access requires advance coordination. We handle all Boston delivery logistics.

Moving the other direction? See our Boston to New Jersey moving page.

Boston Best Rate Movers

Why Boston Best Rate

Same crew, same truck. No brokers. Direct NJ-to-Boston service.

Binding estimates. Guaranteed pricing.

USDOT #1718049, MC #630047, MDPU #31391. 797+ five-star reviews.

Get your free estimate or call (617) 787-3528.

Often paired with: long distance moving, Boston to New Jersey moving, and full home packing.

Box Bundles & Moving Supply Packages

For customers preparing for residential or commercial moves, we offer bundled box packages designed around common move sizes. These packages include combinations of small, medium, and large cartons along with protective materials to simplify preparation.

Bundled supply options help reduce guesswork and ensure you have adequate materials before moving day.

Buy What You Need – Return What You Don’t

We offer flexible purchasing options so customers can select the exact number of boxes and materials required. For qualifying orders within the Greater Boston area, unused boxes may be eligible for return according to current supply policies.

Please contact us for package details, availability, and delivery scheduling.

Moving Box Sizes & Recommendations

Choosing the correct box size helps prevent overloading and structural failure during transport. Smaller cartons are best suited for heavy items such as books and documents, while larger cartons are designed for lightweight bulk items like bedding and clothing.

Proper box selection improves stacking stability and reduces handling strain during loading.

packaging boxes
BOXES
SIZE
DESCRIPTION
$ PER UNIT
File Box
16" x 12.5" x 10"

Ideal for files and papers as well as other desk items. Professional Grade & Certified 32 ECT Qualities - 65 lbs. Maximum Gross Weight Capacity.

$7.50
Small Box
16" x 10" x10"

Ideal for packing many of your smaller heavy items such as books, CD's, collectibles, videos, canned goods, tools, small appliances, kitchen items and toiletries.

$6.50
Medium Box
18" x 14" x 12"

Ideal for packing most household items including books, kitchenware, clothes, linens, small appliances, toys and more.

$7.50
Large Box
20" x 20" x 15"

Ideal for packing lightweight, bulky items such as lampshades, stereo speakers, electronic equipment, stuffed animals, clothing, comforters, pillows, bedding and towels.

$12.00
Dish Box
18" x 18" x 22"

Ideal for files and papers as well as other desk items. Professional Grade & Certified 32 ECT Qualities - 65 lbs. Maximum Gross Weight Capacity.

$12.00
Picture Box
26" x 6" x 41"

Ideal for large picture frames, paintings, mirrors. Typically, each heavy-duty frame box should handle two or three paintings, pictures or mirrors. Cover each corner with bubble wrap, secure the bubble with packing tape and place the item in a frame box. For extra security, fill the voids in the frame box with packing paper.

$15.00
Wardrobe Box + Bar
21" x 18" x 46"

Ideal for hanging approximately 2 ft. of clothes. Our Wardrobe Box is constructed with Heavy Duty corrugated cardboard for added strength and stability with a convenient front access panel and integrated hand holes for increased ease of use.

$24.00
SUPPLIES
SIZE
DESCRIPTION
$ PER UNIT
Packing Tape
2" x 55 Yards

Heavy Duty Packing Tape

$5.00
Shrink Wrap
18" x 1,500"

Use to bind, bundle, and fasten various household items when moving or storing. Sticks to nothing but itself, with no adhesives or sticky residues, and no damage when removed.

$5.00/item
Packing Paper
25lb

Clean, white newsprint sheets are a fast and ideal solution to wrap and protect dishes, glasses and other breakable items.

$35.00
King Matreess Bag
78" x 14" x 98"

Mattress bags provide protection from dust, dirt and stains for your mattresses and box springs. They are sealed on three sides and are vented to prevent "ballooning". They can also be used to protect large paintings and mirrors.

$17.00
Moving Pad

Designed to protect furniture during moving.

Free to use on move day or buy $25.00/ea.

Packages

We can customize your order with additional items like Wardrobe Box, Mirror Box, and Mattress Cover etc.
You can place box delivery requests from your account page once your move is confirmed and scheduled.

STUDENT PACKAGE
QTY
Small Box
7
Medium Box
5
Packing Tape
2
Dish Box
2
Packing Paper 25lb
1
Price - $99.00
STUDIO APT
QTY
Small Box
10
Medium Box
8
Packing Tape
3
Dish Box
3
Packing Paper 25lb
1
Price - $130.00
1-2 BEDROOM APT
QTY
Small Box
15
Medium Box
12
Packing Tape
12
Dish Box
4
Wardrobe Box + Bar
2
Packing Paper 25lb
1
Price - $210.00
2-3 BEDROOM APT
QTY
Small Box
18
Medium Box
15
Packing Tape
6
Dish Box
10
Picture Box
3
Wardrobe Box + Bar
3
Packing Paper 25lb
1
Price - $270.00
3-4 BEDROOM APT
QTY
Small Box
25
Medium Box
20
Packing Tape
10
Dish Box
15
Picture Box
5
Wardrobe Box + Bar
5
Packing Paper 25lb
1
Price - $410.00
SMALL HOUSE
QTY
Small Box
30
Medium Box
20
Packing Tape
10
Dish Box
15
Picture Box
7
Wardrobe Box + Bar
5
Packing Paper 25lb
1
Price - $500.00
MEDIUM HOUSE
QTY
Small Box
35
Medium Box
25
Packing Tape
12
Dish Box
17
Picture Box
9
Wardrobe Box + Bar
7
Packing Paper 25lb
1
Price - $660.00
LARGE HOUSE
QTY
Small Box
40
Medium Box
30
Packing Tape
15
Dish Box
20
Picture Box
12
Wardrobe Box + Bar
8
Packing Paper 25lb
2
Price - $750.00
X-LARGE HOUSE
QTY
Small Box
45
Medium Box
35
Packing Tape
18
Dish Box
23
Picture Box
15
Wardrobe Box + Bar
10
Packing Paper 25lb
2
Price - $850.00

Packing Tips

How to Choose the Right Moving Box Sizes

Selecting the proper box size is essential for safe transport and efficient loading. Using incorrect box sizes can lead to structural failure, overloading, or inefficient stacking inside the truck.

Small Boxes (1.5 cu. ft.) – Heavy Items

Small cartons are ideal for dense items such as books, documents, canned goods, and small tools. Limiting weight per carton improves safety during lifting and prevents box collapse.

Medium Boxes (3.0 cu. ft.) – General Household Items

Medium cartons are commonly used for kitchenware, décor, small appliances, and miscellaneous household goods. They provide balanced capacity without becoming too heavy.

Large Boxes (5–6 cu. ft.) – Lightweight Bulk Items

Large cartons are best suited for bedding, pillows, clothing, and other lightweight but bulky belongings. These cartons should not be overloaded with dense items.

If you’re unsure how many boxes your move requires, contact us for a supply estimate or review our packing services if you prefer professional packing assistance.
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