Frankfort, KY → Jackson, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Frankfort to Jackson

About 597 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,260–$4,850, delivery in 2–5 days, 50 carriers on the Frankfort side and 173 in Jackson.

597 miroad distance
11 hdriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,260–$4,8502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frankfort, Kentucky
To: Jackson, Mississippi
Road distance: ≈ 597 miles (506 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 50 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 173 (113 interstate)

Reverse: Jackson → Frankfort

Moving from Frankfort to Jackson is a long-distance move of roughly 597 road miles, heading southwest from Kentucky to Mississippi.

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 $3,260 to $4,850 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 11 h.

On the Frankfort side there are 50 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 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.

Frankfort has a population of about 29,000 and Jackson about 141,196. Frankfort is considerably denser (1,936 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.

Cost of moving from Frankfort to Jackson

Full-service estimate for 597 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,300	$1,590	$1,940
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,960	$2,390	$2,910
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,260	$3,980	$4,850
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,220	$6,360	$7,760
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,170	$8,750	$10,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$910–$1,290

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

Portable container

$1,550–$2,280

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

Full-service mover

$3,260–$4,850

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 Frankfort (origin)

Interstate Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1892639
MC: 731059
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (888) 366-3401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carmickle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 724673
MC: 331986
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (859) 873-9570 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & L Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3892955
MC: 1431818
Based in: Stamping Grand, KY 40379 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (859) 536-3784 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transport 1 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048608
MC: 48647
Based in: Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (605) 929-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primeway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2867908
MC: 961069
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (859) 208-0717 Route Verify on FMCSA

R&ck Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3976848
MC: 1487757
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (502) 320-6093 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tws Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4156387
MC: 1596530
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (859) 242-6881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Syga Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4337559
MC: 1694350
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (786) 918-7215 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 50 movers in Frankfort

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 Frankfort to Jackson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,300 to $1,940 for a studio, $1,960 to $2,910 for a one-bedroom, $3,260 to $4,850 for a two-bedroom, $5,220 to $7,760 for a three-bedroom and $7,170 to $10,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jackson from Frankfort?

About 597 road miles (506 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h.

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 Kentucky 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 Frankfort to Jackson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $910 to $1,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,550 to $2,280. 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 Frankfort–Jackson corridor.