How carriers move through New Jersey.
The New Jersey Turnpike (I-95) is the main north–south route for carriers. I-78 and I-80 cross toward Pennsylvania, I-287 loops the northern suburbs, and I-295 runs down the Delaware River side. The Atlantic City Expressway serves the south. Commercial vehicles aren't allowed on the northern part of the Garden State Parkway.
Seasons and weather
Shore towns are busiest in summer, and nor'easters can disrupt winter schedules. Fall is busy with snowbirds heading for Florida.
Why people ship cars in New Jersey
Port Newark, Port Elizabeth and the Bayonne terminals handle large vehicle volumes. Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst brings military moves, Rutgers and Princeton bring students, and New Jersey has one of the largest snowbird populations in the Northeast.
New Jersey city and town guides.
Each page covers that place's roads, routes, local pickup details and FAQs. Grouped by Census metro area.
New York–Newark–Jersey City metro
Philadelphia–Camden–Wilmington metro
Military communities
College towns
Port cities
Shipping across the New Jersey line.
Interstate moves to neighboring states are some of the most common shipments. See corridor and seasonal details for each.
New Jersey car shipping questions.
Can car carriers use the Garden State Parkway?
Not on the northern part, where commercial vehicles are prohibited. Carriers use the Turnpike, I-287 or local truck routes instead.
Do you deliver cars to Port Newark or Port Elizabeth?
Yes. Port deliveries usually need a booking number and the right documents before the terminal accepts the vehicle.
Is New Jersey to Florida a common route?
Yes. It's one of the busiest snowbird routes in the country, with peaks in fall and spring.
Which New Jersey cities do you have shipping guides for?
We have 24 city and town pages for New Jersey, including Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Lakewood, Elizabeth, and Edison. We also ship to and from addresses anywhere else in the state.
How do I register a car after shipping it to New Jersey?
Registration is handled by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). Requirements and deadlines change, so check the official site before you arrive. Keep your title, proof of insurance and the carrier's bill of lading handy.
Shipping a car in New Jersey?
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