Flint, MI

Jackson, MS → Flint, MI · Long-distance move

Movers from Jackson to Flint

About 968 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,200–$6,250, delivery in 2–5 days, 173 carriers on the Jackson side and 142 in Flint.

  • 968 miroad distance
  • 17 h 23 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,200–$6,2502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 968 miles (821 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 23 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
173 (113 interstate)
Movers at destination
142 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Flint → Jackson

The route from Jackson, MS to Flint, MI covers roughly 968 miles by road, a northeast-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 $4,200 to $6,250 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 17 h 23 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 142 around Flint (39 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 Flint.

Jackson has a population of about 141,196 and Flint about 79,000. Flint is the denser city (2,430 people per square mile versus 1,376 in Jackson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Michigan is a higher-cost state than Mississippi, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Jackson to Flint

Full-service estimate for 968 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,680 $2,050 $2,500
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,520 $3,080 $3,750
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,200 $5,130 $6,250
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,720 $8,200 $10,000
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,250 $11,280 $13,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,440–$2,040

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

Portable container

$1,880–$2,770

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

Full-service mover

$4,200–$6,250

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Jackson, MS → Flint, MI. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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

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

Near Flint (destination)

Two Men And Atruckgenesee County

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1387252
Based in
Flint, MI 48507 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Gwb Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1643406
MC
990686
Based in
Flint, MI 48532 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Kdk Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2010508
MC
708740
Based in
Davison, MI 48423 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Hunter Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3250225
MC
1022712
Based in
Swartz Creek, MI 48473 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Kamryn Gabriel Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1483024
MC
558950
Based in
Flint, MI 48505 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

H&l Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2208246
MC
766227
Based in
Davison, MI 48423 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Ams Express Freight

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4023358
MC
1518145
Based in
Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Romero'S Safe Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4207433
MC
1624182
Based in
Flint, MI 48503 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 142 movers in Flint

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,680 to $2,500 for a studio, $2,520 to $3,750 for a one-bedroom, $4,200 to $6,250 for a two-bedroom, $6,720 to $10,000 for a three-bedroom and $9,250 to $13,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Flint from Jackson?

About 968 road miles (821 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 23 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 Michigan 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 Flint?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,440 to $2,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,880 to $2,770. 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–Flint corridor.