Fort Collins, CO → Jacksonville, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Collins to Jacksonville

About 1,756 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,580–$9,790, delivery in 5–10 days, 104 carriers on the Fort Collins side and 745 in Jacksonville.

1,756 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,580–$9,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Collins, Colorado
To: Jacksonville, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,756 miles (1,488 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 104 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination: 745 (398 interstate)

Reverse: Jacksonville → Fort Collins

The route from Fort Collins, CO to Jacksonville, FL covers roughly 1,756 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,580 to $9,790 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Fort Collins side there are 104 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 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.

Fort Collins has a population of about 171,500 and Jacksonville about 1 million. Fort Collins is considerably denser (2,969 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. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Fort Collins to Jacksonville

Full-service estimate for 1,756 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,210	$3,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,950	$4,810	$5,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,580	$8,020	$9,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,530	$12,840	$15,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,480	$17,650	$21,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,400–$3,390

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

Portable container

$2,590–$3,800

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

Full-service mover

$6,580–$9,790

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 Fort Collins (origin)

Skybridge Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327639
MC: 1060138
Based in: Windsor, CO 80550 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 175 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 567-1924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loveland Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Loveland Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3328432
MC: 1063049
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80525 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (719) 313-7945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roman Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3444574
MC: 1119657
Based in: Loveland, CO 80538 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 32 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (970) 699-2573 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840634
MC: 1801923
Based in: Loveland, CO 80537 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (970) 593-8950 Route Verify on FMCSA

Workspace Innovations LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1830434
MC: 704755
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80528 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 568-5210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Peak 14 Moving LLC

USDOT: 2126287
MC: 740818
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80524 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 686-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Choice Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2782658
MC: 1795838
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80525 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (970) 658-7627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hydra Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 840784
MC: 737136
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80524 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (970) 493-6101 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 104 movers in Fort Collins

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

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Collins to Jacksonville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,870 for a one-bedroom, $6,580 to $9,790 for a two-bedroom, $10,530 to $15,660 for a three-bedroom and $14,480 to $21,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jacksonville from Fort Collins?

About 1,756 road miles (1,488 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Colorado 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 Fort Collins to Jacksonville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,400 to $3,390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,590 to $3,800. 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 Fort Collins–Jacksonville corridor.