Ben The Mover Guy LLC
Philadelphia, PA · USDOT 2857354
5 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2016
Moving from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY
A 2-bedroom move of about 95 miles usually costs $2,000–$3,900, or $2,500–$4,850 in summer. 25 licensed movers are based in Philadelphia and 21 in New York.
What it costs, by home size
| Home | Typical weight | Usual cost | In summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio1,800 lb | 1,800 lb | $1,150–$2,250 | $1,400–$2,750 |
| 1 bedroom2,800 lb | 2,800 lb | $1,450–$2,850 | $1,800–$3,550 |
| 2 bedrooms5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | $2,000–$3,900 | $2,500–$4,850 |
| 3 bedrooms7,500 lb | 7,500 lb | $2,500–$4,850 | $3,100–$6,050 |
| 4 bedrooms10,000 lb | 10,000 lb | $2,950–$5,700 | $3,650–$7,050 |
| 5+ bedrooms13,000 lb | 13,000 lb | $3,400–$6,550 | $4,200–$8,150 |
A model, not a quote: weight and distance, adjusted for season, fitted to published 2026 cost tables. Packing, stairs and specialty items add to these. How we model costs.
Licensed movers based in Philadelphia
See all 222 in PennsylvaniaEach holds active federal carrier authority with cargo insurance on file. Tick up to three to get quotes.
Broad Street Movers LLC
Philadelphia, PA · USDOT 2472401
10 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2014
Eversafe Moving Company
Philadelphia, PA · USDOT 2261303
4 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2012
Isaac's Moving And Storage Inc
Philadelphia, PA · USDOT 550501
12 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 1994
Before you book
Check the mover is licensedPhiladelphia to New York crosses a state line, so the mover needs federal interstate authority.Ask: carrier or broker?A broker sells your move to a company you have not met. Both are legal; know which one you are hiring.Get a binding estimateA binding estimate fixes the price. A non-binding one is a guess: the final bill follows the actual weight.
Questions about moving from Philadelphia to New York
How much does it cost to move from Philadelphia to New York?
In our model a 2-bedroom move usually costs $2,000–$3,900, mid-month outside summer. A studio runs about $1,150–$2,250 and a 4-bedroom about $2,950–$5,700. Only a mover's written estimate is a price.
How far is Philadelphia from New York by road?
About 95 miles. That is estimated from the straight-line distance between the two cities; a mover's estimate uses the actual route.
Does a mover need a federal license to move me from Philadelphia to New York?
Yes. The move crosses a state line, so the mover needs active interstate authority from the FMCSA under a USDOT number. Each mover listed here shows its authority and insurance status from FMCSA's files.
When is it cheapest to move from Philadelphia to New York?
Outside June to August, and away from the last days of a month. In our model a summer move costs about 24% more, and the end of a month about 9% more.
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