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Cost to move from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA
About 97 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,360–$2,450 with full-service movers in October (this is a local-distance move, priced by the hour).
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 | $720–$1,280 | $970–$1,730 | $270–$500 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $830–$1,560 | $1,330–$2,460 | $280–$530 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,360–$2,450 | $2,110–$3,800 | $290–$560 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,210–$3,770 | $3,460–$6,020 | $310–$620 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $2,650–$4,620 | $4,400–$7,770 | $330–$680 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 movers x 7.8-10.6 h | $1,260 | $2,250 | BLS wage x billing multiplier |
| Truck and travel fee | $100 | $200 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $20.89/h in Philadelphia (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 42,637 people moved from New York to Pennsylvania in one year, and 27,603 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,270–$2,280 |
| April | $1,360–$2,450 |
| July | $1,570–$2,820 |
| October | $1,360–$2,450 |
Going the other way? See Philadelphia to New York.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Philadelphia?
A 2-bedroom move of about 97 road miles costs roughly $1,360–$2,450 with full-service movers in October, or $290–$560 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Philadelphia?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.