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Cost to move from Boston, MA to New York, NY
About 228 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,780–$2,940 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $710–$1,170 | $960–$1,620 | $770–$1,190 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,010–$1,670 | $1,510–$2,570 | $780–$1,220 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,780–$2,940 | $2,530–$4,290 | $790–$1,250 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,070–$5,080 | $4,320–$7,330 | $810–$1,310 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,080–$6,750 | $5,830–$9,900 | $830–$1,370 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 228 mi) | $900 | $1,430 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $50 | $70 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $470 | $800 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $360 | $640 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.92/h in Boston vs. $20.81/h in New York (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 21,001 people moved from Massachusetts to New York in one year, and 16,247 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,650–$2,730 |
| April | $1,780–$2,940 |
| July | $2,050–$3,380 |
| October | $1,780–$2,940 |
Going the other way? See New York to Boston.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Boston to New York?
A 2-bedroom move of about 228 road miles costs roughly $1,780–$2,940 with full-service movers in October, or $790–$1,250 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Boston to New York?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.