Nassau County Movers
From Queens to the Island — Local & Long Distance
Nassau County movers serving Garden City, Great Neck, Manhasset, Roslyn, Oyster Bay, and beyond. Excellence Moving has completed thousands of Long Island moves from NYC with flat-rate pricing, professional crews, and the local knowledge that saves you money.
Your NYC to Nassau move, simplified
Nassau County is one of the most popular destinations for NYC families looking for more space. Excellence Moving has moved thousands of households across the Queens-Nassau border — and we know the routes, the bridges, the timing, and the buildings that make the difference between a smooth move and a stressful one.
Nassau County towns we serve
From the Queens border to the Suffolk line, we cover all of Nassau County.
Garden City
Garden City apartments and homes. Coordinated moves around school calendars.
Great Neck
Luxury homes and estates. White-glove handling and high-value item expertise.
Manhasset
Suburban homes, mid-century builds, and family properties.
Roslyn
Historic homes and modern builds. Specialized care for period details.
Port Washington
Waterfront homes and family properties. Driveway access and dock moves available.
Mineola
Garden apartments, condos, and townhouses. Quick cross-borough moves.
Hempstead
Houses, duplexes, and apartment buildings. Mixed urban-suburban moves.
Long Beach
Beach homes and condos. Coastal moves with weather considerations.
Oyster Bay
Suburban estates and family homes. North Shore moves.
Glen Cove
Waterfront properties and homes. Hills and stairs navigation.
Syosset
Family homes and schools-area moves. Coordination around district calendars.
Woodbury
Suburban estates. Long Island Gold Coast area expertise.
Nassau County moving logistics
Moving between Queens and Nassau involves more than loading a truck. Here’s how we handle it.
Bridge & Tunnel
Crossing from Queens to Nassau often involves the Cross Island Parkway, LIE, or Northern State. We plan timing around rush hour.
Drive Time
Nassau moves range from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours from NYC. We schedule for off-peak when possible.
Larger Homes
Nassau homes are typically larger than NYC apartments. We bring bigger crews for inventory volume.
School Calendar
Many families move around school start/end dates. We work around your family’s schedule.
Nassau County moving services
NYC to Nassau and back. Every home size, every town.
Apartment to House
The classic Queens → Nassau move. We handle the inventory upgrade and the distance.
Long Island to NYC
Moving back to the city? We navigate narrow streets, walk-ups, and elevator buildings.
Corporate Relocations
NYC employees moving to Nassau offices, or LI businesses relocating to NYC.
Packing & Storage
Long-distance packing plus short-term storage if there’s a gap between leases.
Nassau County moving costs
Flat-rate quotes for NYC ↔ Nassau moves.
Why choose Excellence for Nassau moves
Long Island Locals
We’ve moved thousands of families across the Queens-Nassau border. We know the routes and the timing.
Flat-Rate Pricing
Your quote includes everything: crew, truck, padding, tolls, and travel time.
Family-Friendly
We work around school calendars, lease dates, and family schedules.
Storage Options
Gap between leases? We offer short-term storage at both ends.
White-Glove Available
Luxury homes, antiques, artwork, pianos — we have the equipment and training.
Corporate Approved
We work with corporate relocation companies. Net-30 invoicing available.
Nassau movers FAQ
How much does it cost to move from NYC to Nassau County?
NYC to Western Nassau (Garden City, Mineola, Hempstead) typically runs $1,200–$3,200 depending on home size. NYC to North Shore (Great Neck, Manhasset) runs slightly higher. All quotes are flat-rate.
How long does a NYC to Nassau move take?
Drive time is 30 minutes to 1.5 hours depending on destination. Most moves complete in one day. Larger homes may take 6–10 hours including drive time.
Do you handle moves within Nassau County?
Yes — local Nassau moves (e.g., Garden City to Great Neck) are also available at flat-rate pricing.
What’s the best time of year to move to Long Island?
Late spring through early fall is most popular. Summer is busiest (and most expensive). Many families move during school breaks (June–August, late December).
Can you move a piano or safe?
Yes — we have specialized equipment and trained movers for pianos (upright and grand), safes, gym equipment, and other heavy items.
What if I need storage between moves?
We offer short-term storage at both NYC and Long Island locations. Climate-controlled and secure.
Complete Nassau County coverage
From the Queens-Nassau border to the Suffolk line, we cover every Nassau town. Most of our Nassau moves cross the Queens border, which gives us unique expertise in this specific transition.
Western Nassau (closest to NYC)
Great Neck, Kings Point, Manhasset, Little Neck, Douglaston, Bayside, Floral Park, Glen Oaks, New Hyde Park, Mineola, Williston Park, East Williston, Roslyn, Roslyn Heights, Albertson, East Hills. Drive time from Manhattan: 30–60 minutes via Cross Island Parkway or LIE.
- Luxury North Shore homes
- Suburban Garden City area
- Same-day moves available
Central Nassau
Garden City, Garden City South, West Hempstead, Hempstead, Rockville Centre, Lynbrook, East Rockaway, Oceanside, Island Park, Long Beach, Baldwin, Freeport, Roosevelt, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, Seaford, Massapequa, Massapequa Park. Drive time from NYC: 45–90 minutes.
- Suburban family homes
- School district coordination
- South Shore beach properties
Eastern Nassau
Hicksville, Bethpage, Plainview, Old Bethpage, Syosset, Woodbury, Jericho, Oyster Bay, Locust Valley, Glen Cove, Sea Cliff, Glen Head, Glenwood Landing, East Norwich, Muttontown, Brookville, Old Westbury, Westbury, East Meadow, Levittown. Drive time from NYC: 60–90 minutes.
- Gold Coast estates
- Jericho school district moves
- Waterfront properties
Southern Nassau (closer to the water)
Long Beach, Lido Beach, Point Lookout, Atlantic Beach, Cedarhurst, Woodmere, Hewlett, Lawrence, Inwood, Far Rockaway (Nassau portion), Valley Stream, Woodmere, North Woodmere, Malverne, Lakeview. Drive time from NYC: 45–75 minutes.
- Beach communities
- Five Towns area
- Seasonal moves available
Trusted across Nassau County
“Moved from a Forest Hills 2-bedroom to a house in Garden City. We have a grand piano and a lot of fragile art. Excellence packed everything properly and moved it all without a scratch. The price was the price — what they quoted is what we paid.”
“We moved from a UES rental to Great Neck with two kids and a cat. The crew was patient, careful with our stuff, and the project manager checked in twice during the day. By dinner, we were unpacked in our new house. Highly recommend.”
“We sold our house in Rockville Centre and moved to Hoboken. Excellence handled the entire move including the long drive and the NJ building’s COI requirement. Made what could have been a stressful week feel easy.”
Planning a move to or from Nassau County?
Most Nassau moves are scheduled 2–4 weeks ahead, but we often have same-week availability. Get a flat-rate quote today — no deposit required.
The team that handles your Nassau move
Cross-Border Specialists
Moving between Queens and Nassau is our bread and butter. We know the bridges, the timing, and the differences between NYC and Long Island building requirements. Most of our crews handle 3–4 of these moves every week.
Family Move Coordinators
Most Nassau moves involve families with kids. We work with school calendars, lease dates, and family schedules to make sure you move at the right time. Summer moves, June/July transitions, and year-end moves are our specialty.
Suburban Home Experts
Nassau homes are typically larger than NYC apartments — more rooms, more square footage, more belongings. Our crews scale up appropriately. We bring the right crew size for the inventory, not a one-size-fits-all team.
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