Jacksonville, FL

Fresno, CA → Jacksonville, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Fresno to Jacksonville

About 2,626 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,670–$12,900, delivery in 7–14 days, 439 carriers on the Fresno side and 745 in Jacksonville.

  • 2,626 miroad distance
  • 45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,670–$12,9002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,626 miles (2,226 straight-line)
Drive time
45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
439 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination
745 (398 interstate)

Reverse: Jacksonville → Fresno

Jacksonville sits about 2,626 miles east of Fresno, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Florida that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,670 to $12,900 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 45 hours (6 driving days).

On the Fresno side there are 439 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (246 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.

Fresno has a population of about 555,549 and Jacksonville about 1 million. Fresno is considerably denser (4,706 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. Labor and living costs run lower in Florida than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Fresno to Jacksonville

Full-service estimate for 2,626 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,470 $4,230 $5,160
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,200 $6,350 $7,740
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,670 $10,580 $12,900
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,870 $16,920 $20,640
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,080 $23,270 $28,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,600–$5,080

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

Portable container

$3,360–$4,950

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

Full-service mover

$8,670–$12,900

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Fresno (origin)

B&b Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1506989
MC
565290
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

CA Freight Xpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1292301
MC
498282
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
89 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Bedrosians And Paragon Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
421535
MC
278865
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Jag Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1161090
MC
467257
Based in
Fresno, CA 93725 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Conner Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2394750
MC
823302
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Goldenstate Xp INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2428600
MC
836998
Based in
Fresno, CA 93705 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Go Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2800745
MC
1758995
Based in
Fresno, CA 93722 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

R Preet Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3170808
MC
118217
Based in
Fresno, CA 93727 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 439 movers in Fresno

Near Jacksonville (destination)

Customized Trucking

Licensed interstate
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

Suddath Workplace Solutions

Licensed interstate
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

Aqua Gulf Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

North Coast Imdl Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

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

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

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

All 745 movers in Jacksonville

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,470 to $5,160 for a studio, $5,200 to $7,740 for a one-bedroom, $8,670 to $12,900 for a two-bedroom, $13,870 to $20,640 for a three-bedroom and $19,080 to $28,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jacksonville from Fresno?

About 2,626 road miles (2,226 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California 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 Fresno to Jacksonville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,600 to $5,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,360 to $4,950. 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 Fresno–Jacksonville corridor.