Arlington, TX → Jacksonville, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Arlington to Jacksonville

About 1,091 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,850–$7,210, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,724 carriers on the Arlington side and 745 in Jacksonville.

1,091 miroad distance
19 h 31 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,850–$7,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Arlington, Texas
To: Jacksonville, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,091 miles (925 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 31 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,724 (721 interstate)
Movers at destination: 745 (398 interstate)

Reverse: Jacksonville → Arlington

Jacksonville sits about 1,091 miles east of Arlington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Florida that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,850 to $7,210 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 31 min.

On the Arlington side there are 1,724 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (721 of them authorized for interstate work), and 745 around Jacksonville (398 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 Jacksonville.

Arlington has a population of about 402,134 and Jacksonville about 1 million. Arlington is considerably denser (4,111 people per square mile versus 1,271), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Arlington to Jacksonville

Full-service estimate for 1,091 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,940	$2,370	$2,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,910	$3,550	$4,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,850	$5,910	$7,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,760	$9,460	$11,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,670	$13,010	$15,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,570–$2,220

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

Portable container

$1,990–$2,930

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

Full-service mover

$4,850–$7,210

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Arlington (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 160955
MC: 180584
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT: 1836511
MC: 665731
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76102 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT: 822809
MC: 364675
Based in: Dallas, TX 75211 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1986353
MC: 703067
Based in: North Richland, TX 76182 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1018527
MC: 427093
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76111 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3508894
MC: 1160787
Based in: Arlington, TX 76011 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927239
MC: 987973
Based in: Pantego, TX 76013 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3977236
MC: 1488003
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76140 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,724 movers in Arlington

Near Jacksonville (destination)

Customized Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Customized Trucking Services INC

USDOT: 1938017
MC: 691357
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 244 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (904) 726-4340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Workplace Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Suddath Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 3527089
MC: 1172814
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 193 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aqua Gulf Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Spectrum Logistics INC

USDOT: 860442
MC: 335087
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 121 trucks, 121 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (800) 745-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Coast Imdl Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Customized Logistics Services INC

USDOT: 304746
MC: 177875
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (904) 726-4340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fr8 Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2407155
MC: 828211
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (904) 337-0389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rms Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1872248
MC: 676209
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32205 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (866) 237-9004 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yk Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2087173
MC: 728376
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (904) 374-6517 Route Verify on FMCSA

1st Coast Cargo INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 794760
MC: 551868
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (904) 328-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 745 movers in Jacksonville

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Jacksonville if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Arlington to Jacksonville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,940 to $2,890 for a studio, $2,910 to $4,330 for a one-bedroom, $4,850 to $7,210 for a two-bedroom, $7,760 to $11,540 for a three-bedroom and $10,670 to $15,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jacksonville from Arlington?

About 1,091 road miles (925 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 31 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas into Florida 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 Arlington to Jacksonville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,570 to $2,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,990 to $2,930. 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 Arlington–Jacksonville corridor.