New Jersey Auto Transport Company
2 J's Auto Transport is the top-rated car shipping company in New Jersey, offering the fastest and easiest way to ship your vehicle to or from New Jersey.
2 J’s Auto Transport is a federally licensed auto transport broker with 13+ years of experience coordinating vehicle shipments across all 50 states, including New Jersey’s dense urban corridors, its NYC suburb communities, and the seasonal Shore market.
New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the country, and its auto transport logistics reflect that density at every level. The New Jersey Turnpike (I-95) is the primary north-south corridor and one of the most important freight arteries on the entire East Coast, running from the Delaware Memorial Bridge in the south through Newark and the Port Authority area to the George Washington Bridge approach in the north. I-78 handles east-west freight through the Newark and Elizabeth corridor. I-80 connects the northern tier west toward Pennsylvania and east toward the George Washington Bridge. I-287 serves the central NJ pharmaceutical and corporate corridor from the Turnpike up through Morris County to the New York border. I-195 connects Trenton and the Turnpike east to the Jersey Shore.
Two carrier restrictions every New Jersey shipper should know: the Garden State Parkway prohibits large commercial vehicles, meaning Shore point shipments must route through I-195 or local roads rather than the Parkway, and the George Washington Bridge while accessible to carriers is one of the most heavily congested crossings in the country and affects transit timing for all northern NJ and NYC-metro shipments.
New Jersey’s position between New York City and Philadelphia makes it one of the highest-volume auto transport states on the East Coast. Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal one of the largest vehicle processing ports in the United States handles hundreds of thousands of imported vehicles annually. The state’s dense concentration of pharmaceutical companies, financial firms, and NYC commuters generates consistent corporate relocation demand year-round.
We’re a federally licensed auto transport broker (MC# 799000, USDOT# 02349019), dispatching from a vetted carrier network where every carrier carries active cargo insurance, verified before each job. We serve Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, Paramus, Edison, New Brunswick, Princeton, Trenton, Cherry Hill, Atlantic City, and every New Jersey community including the Shore towns with a clear understanding of which routes large carriers can and cannot access.
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Shipping To and From New Jersey - What You Should Know
Road Network and Carrier Routes
New Jersey Turnpike / I-95 (primary north-south): Delaware Memorial Bridge north through Camden, Woodbridge, Newark, Elizabeth, and the GWB approach. The backbone of NJ auto transport. Highest carrier density in the state. Separate car and truck lanes on the Turnpike carriers use the truck lanes.
I-78 (east-west, northern-central NJ): Pennsylvania border near Phillipsburg east through Flemington, Bridgewater, Springfield, and Newark to Port Newark-Elizabeth. Key corridor for west-to-Newark shipments and Port Newark vehicle pickups.
I-80 (east-west, northern NJ): Pennsylvania border east through Hackettstown, Dover, Parsippany, Hackensack to the George Washington Bridge. Serves Morris County and the northern Bergen County area.
I-287 (central NJ north-south ring): Connects I-95 Turnpike near Edison north through Somerset, Morristown, Parsippany, and Mahwah to the New York border. Critical for pharmaceutical and corporate corridor shipments in central-north NJ.
I-195 (east-west, central NJ): Trenton and I-95 east through Freehold to Wall/Belmar on the coast. The primary carrier route to the Jersey Shore — I-195 to Routes 35, 34, 37, 9, and 72 provides access to the major Shore towns.
I-295 (western NJ, parallel to Turnpike): Delaware Memorial Bridge north through Camden, Burlington, and Trenton to Princeton area, where it merges with I-95. Serves the western side of the state.
Garden State Parkway – CARRIER RESTRICTION: Large commercial vehicles including car haulers are PROHIBITED on the Garden State Parkway. Carriers cannot use the Parkway for Shore or coastal New Jersey deliveries. All Shore point shipments must access via I-195 to local routes or from the south on I-9/US-9. This is one of the most important logistics facts about shipping to the NJ Shore.
Pickup and Delivery by Area
Newark / Elizabeth / Linden (Northeast NJ): I-78 and NJ Turnpike access. Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal sits in this corridor one of the largest vehicle import/export terminals in the country and the primary US port of entry for many European and Asian vehicle manufacturers. Newark itself has dense urban streets where large carrier access requires advance coordination. Strong carrier availability given the Turnpike corridor traffic.
Jersey City / Hoboken: Directly across the Hudson River from Manhattan. I-78 and NJ Turnpike access via the Holland Tunnel approach. One of the highest-demand relocation markets in the state, driven by NYC finance and tech workers seeking lower rents while maintaining Manhattan access. Hoboken’s narrow grid streets require carrier staging at accessible nearby points, we coordinate this in advance.
Northern Bergen County: (Paramus, Hackensack, Fort Lee) I-80 and Route 4/Route 17 access. Dense suburban NYC market. Fort Lee sits at the base of the George Washington Bridge, carrier access to Fort Lee itself requires careful navigation around the bridge approach interchange. Strong carrier availability on the I-80 and I-95 corridors.
Edison / New Brunswick / Woodbridge (Middlesex County): I-287 and Turnpike access. Johnson and Johnson headquarters in New Brunswick, along with a dense pharmaceutical and biotech corridor, drives significant corporate relocation demand. Rutgers University in New Brunswick generates student vehicle shipping demand around May and August. Strong carrier availability at the Turnpike/I-287 junction.
Morristown / Parsippany / Morris County: I-287 and I-80 access. One of the most active pharmaceutical and financial corridors in the Northeast, Pfizer, Allergan, Bayer, Honeywell, and numerous financial firms have major operations here. Consistent high-volume corporate relocation demand. Strong carrier availability on I-287.
Princeton / Trenton: Route 1 and I-295 access. Princeton University generates significant academic and faculty relocation demand, professors, researchers, and graduate students relocating from across the country and internationally. Trenton is the state capital with I-295 and I-95 Turnpike access. Moderate to strong carrier availability on both corridors.
Cherry Hill / Camden (South Jersey): I-295 and NJ Turnpike access, south of Philadelphia. Strong carrier availability given Philadelphia metro proximity. This is the most carrier-friendly area of South Jersey.
Atlantic City / Shore Casinos: AC Expressway from I-295 access. Casino and hospitality industry drives vehicle transport demand year-round. Atlantic City itself is accessible by large carriers via the AC Expressway and local routes. Allow extra lead time versus Newark for AC area pickups.
Jersey Shore (Asbury Park, Long Branch, Seaside Heights, Point Pleasant, Ocean City, Wildwood, Cape May): Seasonal demand peaks from Memorial Day through Labor Day. All Shore point shipments must access via I-195 to local Shore routes, the Garden State Parkway cannot be used by carriers. Allow 24-48 hours extra lead time versus inland NJ for Shore pickups. Book 2-3 weeks ahead for summer peak (June-August). Cape May at the southern tip is the most challenging access point, contact us before booking for Cape May pickups.
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (Burlington County): I-195 and NJ Turnpike access. One of the largest joint bases on the East Coast, combining McGuire Air Force Base, Fort Dix Army, and Lakehurst Naval Air Engineering Station. Generates significant PCS military shipping demand year-round, with moves frequently heading to and from major East Coast installations. We’re familiar with military PCS documentation and can coordinate with your report date timeline.
Typical Shipping Cost Ranges from New Jersey
Representative ranges for standard open transport from the Newark/North Jersey area.
| Destination | Approx. Distance | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | 15 mi | $250–$350 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 90 mi | $275–$400 |
| Boston, MA | 225 mi | $350–$525 |
| Baltimore, MD | 175 mi | $325–$475 |
| Washington, DC | 240 mi | $375–$525 |
| Charlotte, NC | 630 mi | $550–$750 |
| Atlanta, GA | 870 mi | $650–$900 |
| Orlando, FL | 1,150 mi | $800–$1,050 |
| Miami, FL | 1,300 mi | $900–$1,150 |
| Chicago, IL | 790 mi | $650–$900 |
| Dallas, TX | 1,600 mi | $950–$1,250 |
| Denver, CO | 1,800 mi | $1,000–$1,300 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 2,800 mi | $1,150–$1,550 |
| Seattle, WA | 2,900 mi | $1,200–$1,600 |
Enclosed transport runs approximately 30-40% higher. NJ to FL snowbird routes carry 15-20% price premium from October through December.
New Jersey-Specific Transport Considerations
Garden State Parkway: This is the single most important carrier restriction in New Jersey. The Garden State Parkway prohibits large commercial vehicles including car haulers for the vast majority of its length. Any shipment to or from the Jersey Shore, Atlantic City, or coastal NJ communities must route through I-195 (to Routes 35, 34, 37, 9, or 72) or US-9 from the south. This adds distance and coordination time to Shore shipments versus inland NJ. We always plan Shore routes around this restriction, no carrier we dispatch will attempt the Parkway.
Port Newark-Elizabeth vehicle import pickups: Port Newark-Elizabeth is one of the largest vehicle processing terminals in the United States. If you’ve purchased an imported vehicle that’s arriving through the port, contact us with the terminal name, expected arrival date, and release documentation. We coordinate port-adjacent pickups regularly and know the terminal logistics.
NYC suburb density and street access: New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the country, and the NYC-facing communities (Jersey City, Hoboken, Fort Lee, Weehawken, and parts of Newark) have street infrastructure that makes large carrier navigation challenging. Narrow one-way streets, limited parking for large vehicles, and proximity to the Hudson River crossings (Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, GWB) all affect pickup logistics. We coordinate staging at carrier-accessible points near your location and handle this upfront.
George Washington Bridge congestion: All I-80 and I-95 traffic from northern NJ to New York crosses the GWB, and it is one of the most congested bridges in the country. Carriers heading to or from northern NJ during peak hours build in extra transit time. Lower level truck lanes are standard for carrier use. For time-sensitive shipments, we schedule pickups to minimize GWB congestion impact.
Jersey Shore seasonal demand: Memorial Day through Labor Day creates a significant vehicle shipping demand spike for the Shore communities, seasonal residents bringing vehicles down for summer, college students, and resort workers. Book 2-3 weeks ahead for Shore-area shipments in June through August. Off-season (September through May) carrier access is easier and pricing is lower.
Corporate and pharmaceutical relocation corridor: Morristown, Parsippany, Bridgewater, and the broader I-287 corridor are home to some of the largest pharmaceutical and financial companies in the country. Corporate relocation demand from this corridor is constant year-round, executives, researchers, and technical staff relocating to and from the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and West Coast. This is one of the more active relocation markets in our NJ portfolio.
Fort Dix / McGuire AFB PCS demand: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst generates consistent PCS military vehicle shipping demand. The base is accessible from I-195 and the NJ Turnpike. Provide your report date when booking and we’ll build a realistic pickup window around it.
New Jersey vehicle regulations:
- Registration: New residents must register within 60 days of establishing residency
- Safety inspection: Annual safety inspection required for all registered vehicles
- Emissions testing: Emissions testing is combined with the annual safety inspection for most vehicles
- Sales tax: New Jersey charges 6.625% sales tax on vehicle purchases
- Title transfer: Title must be transferred within 10 days of vehicle purchase, one of the shortest title transfer windows in the country.
For full details: New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
Popular Auto Transport Routes from New Jersey
| Route | Approx. Distance | Typical Transit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ to New York City | 15 mi | Same day | Highest-frequency route, constant demand |
| NJ to Philadelphia, PA | 90 mi | 1 day | I-95 or NJ Turnpike, fast turnaround |
| NJ to Washington, DC | 240 mi | 1–2 days | I-95 south, strong corridor |
| NJ to Boston, MA | 225 mi | 1–2 days | I-95 north, very high volume |
| NJ to Connecticut | 140 mi | 1 day | I-95 north |
| NJ to Florida (Miami) | 1,300 mi | 4–6 days | Top snowbird corridor, peak Oct–Dec |
| NJ to Florida (Orlando) | 1,150 mi | 4–6 days | High volume year-round |
| NJ to Georgia (Atlanta) | 870 mi | 3–5 days | Growing relocation route |
| NJ to North Carolina | 630 mi | 2–4 days | I-95 south, strong availability |
| NJ to Illinois (Chicago) | 790 mi | 3–5 days | Midwest corridor |
| NJ to Texas (Dallas) | 1,600 mi | 5–7 days | High demand, finance and tech relocation |
| NJ to California (LA) | 2,800 mi | 7–10 days | Cross-country, steady demand |
For inbound routes, Florida-to-NJ snowbird returns (March-May) and California-to-NJ (finance/tech relocations) are the two highest-volume inbound corridors.
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Why Choose Us
2 J’s Auto Transport has been coordinating vehicle shipments since 2012. New Jersey requires a broker who understands the Garden State Parkway carrier restriction and how it affects every Shore shipment, the Port Newark-Elizabeth port pickup process, the congestion realities of the GWB and Holland Tunnel for northern NJ transit timing, the staging logistics required in Jersey City and Hoboken neighborhoods, the I-287 pharmaceutical corridor relocation cycle, and the PCS documentation process for Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Every carrier we dispatch carries active cargo insurance, verified before each job. Clear quotes, honest timelines, direct support throughout.
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How We Work - Broker vs Carrier Explained
2 J’s Auto Transport is a federally licensed auto transport broker (MC# 799000, USDOT# 02349019). We don’t own trucks or employ drivers, we dispatch from a vetted network of FMCSA-compliant carriers. For New Jersey, that means matching your vehicle with a carrier already on the NJ Turnpike heading north or south, one familiar with Port Newark-Elizabeth terminal pickups, an operator who knows the I-195-to-Shore routing that bypasses the Parkway restriction, a PCS-experienced carrier for Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, or a staging-capable driver for Jersey City and Hoboken neighborhood pickups. Every carrier carries active cargo insurance, verified before each job.
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What our other platform clients are saying about us
Devon B
I recently used 2 J’s Auto Transport to transport my car across the country, and I couldn’t be happier with the service! From the very beginning, the team was professional and responsive, answering all my questions and providing a detailed quote with no hidden fees. The pickup was smooth, and they kept me updated throughout the entire process. My car arrived in perfect condition and even ahead of schedule! The driver was friendly and handled everything with care. I highly recommend Joyce and John for anyone looking for reliable and efficient auto transport services. They truly exceeded my expectations!
Johnny
Need my car shipped from New York to California it’s a 2017 Mercedes-Benz I need the enclosed shipping they were very professional always available and deliver the car in five days cross country they gave me a really good price and explained how the business worked would definitely recommend them great job guys.
Mark Edwards
I buy and sell construction equipment all over the US and always go to 2 J’s for long distance transport. They are able to find excellent rates on partial loads within a day or two. The drivers they send are always very professional and helpful. I’ve received quotes from other dispatchers and sometimes drivers offer their services directly, but they can rarely offer compete with 2 J’s pricing or timely service.
Sidharth S
You guys were awesome. Picked up on time, dropped off on time as promised. I was returning customer. I had used their service a year and a half back. They were good at that time and this time too they were fantastic. I was fortunate to have got an enclosed truck for the price of open. Seems they had a truck passing on my dates and they gladly put me there. Thank you, John. Thank you, Joyce. I would highly recommend their services.
Car Shipping Areas / Zip Codes We Serve in NJ
2 J’s Auto Transport offers reliable car shipping services in New Jersey, covering wide range of zip codes and nearby areas:
Newark / Elizabeth
07101, 07102, 07103, 07104, 07105, 07106, 07107, 07108, 07109, 07110, 07111, 07112, 07114, 07201, 07202, 07203, 07204, 07205, 07206, 07207, 07208
Jersey City / Hoboken
07302, 07303, 07304, 07305, 07306, 07307, 07308, 07309, 07310, 07311, 07030
Northern Bergen County (Paramus, Hackensack, Fort Lee)
08640, 08641, 08648, 08502, 08505, 08510, 08515
07601, 07602, 07603, 07604, 07605, 07606, 07607, 07608, 07621, 07624, 07630, 07631, 07632, 07640, 07641, 07642, 07643, 07644, 07645, 07646, 07647, 07648, 07649, 07650, 07652, 07656, 07660, 07661, 07666, 07670
Edison / New Brunswick (Middlesex County)
08817, 08818, 08820, 08830, 08837, 08840, 08901, 08902, 08903, 08904, 08906
Morristown / Parsippany (Morris County)
07950, 07960, 07961, 07962, 07963, 07005, 07054
Princeton / Trenton
08540, 08541, 08542, 08543, 08544, 08601, 08602, 08603, 08604, 08605, 08606, 08607, 08608, 08609, 08610, 08611
Cherry Hill / Camden (South Jersey)
08002, 08003, 08034, 08101, 08102, 08103, 08104, 08105, 08106, 08107, 08108, 08109
Atlantic City / Egg Harbor
08401, 08402, 08403, 08404, 08405, 08232, 08234
Toms River / Ocean County
08753, 08754, 08755, 08756, 08757, 08758
Asbury Park / Monmouth Shore
07712, 07719, 07720, 07721, 07722, 07723, 07724, 07726, 07727, 07730, 07731
Cape May / Wildwood (South Shore)
08204, 08210, 08212, 08260, 08270
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst / Burlington County
08640, 08641, 08648, 08502, 08505, 08510, 08515
No matter the distance, 2 J’s Auto Transport makes shipping your vehicle simple and easy. Whether you need to ship your car from New Jersey to another state or from any state to New Jersey, we handle everything with care and efficiency. With our experienced team and commitment to timely deliveries, you can trust us to get your vehicle where it needs to go, safely and on time.
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Frequently Ask Questions (FAQs)
Can I ship my car from Newark or other cities in New Jersey?
Yes! 2 J’s Auto Transport ships vehicles from Newark and all other New Jersey cities. We provide safe, reliable, and fully insured nationwide transport services.
Do you transport vehicles from rural towns or remote areas in New Jersey?
Absolutely! We serve every part of New Jersey, including rural towns and remote areas. Wherever you’re located, we’ll arrange secure and efficient pickup and delivery.
Do you offer enclosed transport for luxury cars in New Jersey?
Yes! We provide enclosed car shipping for luxury, exotic, and classic vehicles in New Jersey. Our enclosed carriers keep your car protected from weather and road debris.
Can you coordinate a Port Newark-Elizabeth vehicle pickup?
Yes. Port Newark-Elizabeth is one of the largest vehicle import terminals in the country. If your imported vehicle is arriving through the port, provide us the terminal name, expected arrival date, and release documentation. We coordinate port-adjacent pickups regularly and know the terminal access process.
Is my vehicle insured during transport?
All FMCSA-licensed carriers are required to carry liability insurance. Every carrier we dispatch also carries active cargo insurance, our vetting standard, verified before each job. This is not a federal requirement, it is 2 J’s own standard. Coverage details are available on request. Your personal auto insurance may also cover the vehicle during transit.
Can I ship my car if I’m not available in person?
Yes. You can designate a representative (friend, neighbor, agent) to handle pickup and delivery paperwork, must be 18-years or older and have government issued ID.
Do you provide door-to-door service in New Jersey?
Yes! 2 J’s Auto Transport offers door-to-door vehicle shipping across New Jersey, picking up and delivering your car directly at your chosen locations.
Do you offer auto transport service to all U.S. states and cities?
Yes, we provide auto shipping services across all 50 U.S. states and almost every U.S. city. Pricing may vary based on distance, shipping method, season, weather conditions, pickup and delivery locations, fuel costs, and whether the car is operable or not.
To make things even easier, we’ve also gathered some helpful tips and information that can guide you through the process and help you avoid common issues. Whether you’re shipping for the first time or you’ve done it before, this resource is here to make sure you’re prepared and confident whenever you’re ready to ship your vehicle.