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Jackson, MS → Galveston, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Jackson to Galveston

About 419 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,870–$4,280, delivery in 1–3 days, 173 carriers on the Jackson side and 37 in Galveston.

  • 419 miroad distance
  • 7 h 55 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,870–$4,2802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 419 miles (355 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 55 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
173 (113 interstate)
Movers at destination
37 (17 interstate)

Reverse: Galveston → Jackson

Galveston sits about 419 miles southwest of Jackson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Mississippi to Texas that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $2,870 to $4,280 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 55 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 37 around Galveston (17 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 Galveston.

Jackson has a population of about 141,196 and Galveston about 53,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,376 and 1,308 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Texas is a higher-cost state than Mississippi, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Jackson to Galveston

Full-service estimate for 419 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,150 $1,400 $1,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,720 $2,100 $2,570
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,870 $3,500 $4,280
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,600 $5,610 $6,840
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,320 $7,710 $9,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$820

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

Portable container

$1,390–$2,050

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

Full-service mover

$2,870–$4,280

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Jackson, MS → Galveston, TX. 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
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 Galveston (destination)

Rollin Out Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3697335
MC
1292296
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (985) 601-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Tech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2090316
MC
729281
Based in
Santa Fe, TX 77510 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 864-3379 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cygnus Elite Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4337094
MC
1728732
Based in
Hitchcock, TX 77563 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (409) 939-9709 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acjp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9056898
MC
88460689
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (347) 989-5401 Route Verify on FMCSA

4rodllc

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9139602
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 454-0749 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Statewide Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2026122
MC
712238
Based in
Galveston, TX 77551 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (832) 884-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

M Ran Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2791855
MC
926762
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (310) 654-6232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sorto Freight Solutions LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
6056956
Based in
LA Marque, TX 77568 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (409) 916-1738 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Galveston

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,150 to $1,710 for a studio, $1,720 to $2,570 for a one-bedroom, $2,870 to $4,280 for a two-bedroom, $4,600 to $6,840 for a three-bedroom and $6,320 to $9,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Galveston from Jackson?

About 419 road miles (355 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 55 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Texas 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 Galveston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,390 to $2,050. 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–Galveston corridor.