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Ann Arbor, MI → Jackson, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Ann Arbor to Jackson

About 914 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,080–$6,070, delivery in 2–5 days, 229 carriers on the Ann Arbor side and 173 in Jackson.

  • 914 miroad distance
  • 16 h 28 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,080–$6,0702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 914 miles (774 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 28 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
229 (112 interstate)
Movers at destination
173 (113 interstate)

Reverse: Jackson → Ann Arbor

The route from Ann Arbor, MI to Jackson, MS covers roughly 914 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,080 to $6,070 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 28 min.

On the Ann Arbor side there are 229 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (112 of them authorized for interstate work), and 173 around Jackson (113 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Jackson.

Ann Arbor has a population of about 122,233 and Jackson about 141,196. Ann Arbor is considerably denser (4,392 people per square mile versus 1,376), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Mississippi than in Michigan, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Ann Arbor to Jackson

Full-service estimate for 914 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,630 $1,990 $2,430
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,450 $2,980 $3,640
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,080 $4,970 $6,070
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,530 $7,960 $9,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,970 $10,940 $13,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,390–$1,960

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,840–$2,700

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,080–$6,070

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Ann Arbor (origin)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
241829
MC
165377
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Route Verify on FMCSA

A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
296052
MC
192625
Based in
Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT
186721
MC
163645
Based in
Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT
3307370
MC
1049987
Based in
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3093121
MC
73065
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3454345
MC
1125919
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
610538
MC
293651
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT
2974615
MC
10764
Based in
Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

Near Jackson (destination)

Gulf Relay LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2068379
MC
723111
Based in
Clinton, MS 39056 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
249 trucks, 247 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (601) 487-4853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kllm Expedited Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
749588
MC
339564
Based in
Richland, MS 39218 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
146 trucks, 271 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (800) 925-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Jackson LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
327397
MC
1099753
Based in
Jackson, MS 39209 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Baxter Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4130332
MC
1581497
Based in
Jackson, MS 39213 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (479) 236-2820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Allegiance LLC

USDOT
913816
MC
395598
Based in
Ridgeland, MS 39157 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (601) 853-9644 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ajc Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2816501
MC
1033161
Based in
Jackson, MS 39201 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (470) 252-2002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Honorable Jones Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dinero Xchange LLC

USDOT
4109408
MC
1670838
Based in
Jackson, MS 39203 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (504) 298-8778 Route Verify on FMCSA

Invictus Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3469769
MC
1161870
Based in
Jackson, MS 39211 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (347) 556-7152 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 173 movers in Jackson

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ann Arbor to Jackson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,630 to $2,430 for a studio, $2,450 to $3,640 for a one-bedroom, $4,080 to $6,070 for a two-bedroom, $6,530 to $9,710 for a three-bedroom and $8,970 to $13,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jackson from Ann Arbor?

About 914 road miles (774 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 28 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Michigan into Mississippi makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Ann Arbor to Jackson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,840 to $2,700. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Ann Arbor–Jackson corridor.