Jackson, MS → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Jackson to Hilo

About 4,794 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $12,060–$17,940, delivery in 7–14 days, 173 carriers on the Jackson side and 19 in Hilo.

4,794 miroad distance
83 hours (10 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$12,060–$17,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jackson, Mississippi
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 4,794 miles (4,063 straight-line)
Drive time: 83 hours (10 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 173 (113 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Jackson

Hilo sits about 4,794 miles west of Jackson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Mississippi to Hawaii 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 $12,060 to $17,940 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 83 hours (10 driving days).

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 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Jackson has a population of about 141,196 and Hilo about 45,000. Jackson is considerably denser (1,376 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii 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 Hilo

Full-service estimate for 4,794 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,820	$5,880	$7,180
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$7,230	$8,820	$10,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$12,060	$14,710	$17,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$19,290	$23,530	$28,700
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$26,530	$32,350	$39,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$6,580–$9,280

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

Portable container

$5,300–$7,790

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

Full-service mover

$12,060–$17,940

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

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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 Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,820 to $7,180 for a studio, $7,230 to $10,760 for a one-bedroom, $12,060 to $17,940 for a two-bedroom, $19,290 to $28,700 for a three-bedroom and $26,530 to $39,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Jackson?

About 4,794 road miles (4,063 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 83 hours (10 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 Mississippi into Hawaii 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 Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $6,580 to $9,280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $5,300 to $7,790. 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–Hilo corridor.