Jackson, MS → Clearwater, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Jackson to Clearwater

About 632 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,520–$5,240, delivery in 2–5 days, 173 carriers on the Jackson side and 361 in Clearwater.

632 miroad distance
11 h 36 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,520–$5,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jackson, Mississippi
To: Clearwater, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 632 miles (536 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 36 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 173 (113 interstate)
Movers at destination: 361 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Clearwater → Jackson

The route from Jackson, MS to Clearwater, FL covers roughly 632 miles by road, a southeast-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 $3,520 to $5,240 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 36 min.

On the Jackson side there are 173 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (113 of them authorized for interstate work), and 361 around Clearwater (127 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 Clearwater.

Jackson has a population of about 141,196 and Clearwater about 114,364. Clearwater is the denser city (4,494 people per square mile versus 1,376 in Jackson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Florida is a higher-cost state than Mississippi, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Jackson to Clearwater

Full-service estimate for 632 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,110	$2,580	$3,150
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,520	$4,300	$5,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,640	$6,880	$8,390
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,750	$9,460	$11,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$950–$1,340

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

Portable container

$1,580–$2,330

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

Full-service mover

$3,520–$5,240

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 Jackson (origin)

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

Near Clearwater (destination)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979890
MC: 15958
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33759 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Somat Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1208624
MC: 480786
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (727) 656-2780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Venecia Logistica LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436639
MC: 1114981
Based in: Tampa, FL 33626 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (813) 405-7288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74296
MC: 128791
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dbr Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1616398
MC: 597443
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33763 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (727) 365-8714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Pro INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1945381
MC: 692474
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (727) 373-8773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 896761
MC: 274730
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 361 movers in Clearwater

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 Clearwater 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 Jackson to Clearwater?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $2,110 to $3,150 for a one-bedroom, $3,520 to $5,240 for a two-bedroom, $5,640 to $8,390 for a three-bedroom and $7,750 to $11,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clearwater from Jackson?

About 632 road miles (536 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 36 min.

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 Mississippi 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 Jackson to Clearwater?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $950 to $1,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,580 to $2,330. 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 Jackson–Clearwater corridor.