Jackson, MS

Baltimore, MD → Jackson, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Baltimore to Jackson

About 1,063 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,730–$7,040, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,335 carriers on the Baltimore side and 173 in Jackson.

  • 1,063 miroad distance
  • 19 h 2 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,730–$7,0402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,063 miles (901 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 2 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,335 (786 interstate)
Movers at destination
173 (113 interstate)

Reverse: Jackson → Baltimore

The route from Baltimore, MD to Jackson, MS covers roughly 1,063 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 $4,730 to $7,040 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 2 min.

On the Baltimore side there are 1,335 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (786 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.

Baltimore has a population of about 569,997 and Jackson about 141,196. Baltimore is considerably denser (7,240 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 Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Baltimore to Jackson

Full-service estimate for 1,063 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,890 $2,310 $2,820
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,840 $3,460 $4,220
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,730 $5,770 $7,040
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,570 $9,230 $11,260
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,410 $12,690 $15,490

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,540–$2,180

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$4,730–$7,040

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 Baltimore (origin)

Cowan Intermodal Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
215194
MC
155424
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
239 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Baltimore Tank Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
84666
MC
118899
Based in
Glen Burnie, MD 21061 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Giant Food

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
110018
MC
170440
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
121 trucks, 282 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cowan Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
917652
MC
396918
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Flicks Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3046843
MC
47885
Based in
Rosedale, MD 21237 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Azt Autos LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2932214
MC
990235
Based in
Owings Mills, MD 21117 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Lancaster Foods LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
328357
MC
511503
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Atlantic Nationwide Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
582826
MC
280577
Based in
Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 1,335 movers in Baltimore

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

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

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

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

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
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

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

Honorable Jones Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4109408
MC
1670838
Based in
Jackson, MS 39203 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

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

All 173 movers in Jackson

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Baltimore to Jackson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,890 to $2,820 for a studio, $2,840 to $4,220 for a one-bedroom, $4,730 to $7,040 for a two-bedroom, $7,570 to $11,260 for a three-bedroom and $10,410 to $15,490 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jackson from Baltimore?

About 1,063 road miles (901 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 2 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 Maryland 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 Baltimore to Jackson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,540 to $2,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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 Baltimore–Jackson corridor.