Jackson, MS → St. George, UT · Cross-country move

Movers from Jackson to St. George

About 1,609 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,730–$8,530, delivery in 5–10 days, 173 carriers on the Jackson side and 70 in St. George.

1,609 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,730–$8,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jackson, Mississippi
To: St. George, Utah
Road distance: ≈ 1,609 miles (1,364 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 173 (113 interstate)
Movers at destination: 70 (45 interstate)

Reverse: St. George → Jackson

Moving from Jackson to St. George is a cross-country move of roughly 1,609 road miles, heading west from Mississippi to Utah.

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 $5,730 to $8,530 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 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 70 around St. George (45 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 St. George.

Jackson has a population of about 141,196 and St. George about 108,713. The two cities have comparable density (1,376 and 1,215 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Utah 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 St. George

Full-service estimate for 1,609 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,290	$2,800	$3,410
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,440	$4,200	$5,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,730	$6,990	$8,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,170	$11,190	$13,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,610	$15,380	$18,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,250–$3,180

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,610

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

Full-service mover

$5,730–$8,530

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 St. George (destination)

Andrus Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 167651
MC: 160950
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 308 trucks, 337 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (435) 673-1566 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parke Cox Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 123792
MC: 199145
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulevard Home Furnishings

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wittwer INC

USDOT: 321317
Based in: Saint George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (435) 986-3100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bakston Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 913315
MC: 395788
Based in: Saint George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (435) 673-7971 Route Verify on FMCSA

Surety Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jet Transport INC

USDOT: 2078094
MC: 725756
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (385) 246-1380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intellatrans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2930684
MC: 989533
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (909) 815-0833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1452313
MC: 548850
Based in: Saint George, UT 84770 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (877) 780-7466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jemmer Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1247534
MC: 661077
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (435) 673-4767 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 70 movers in St. George

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in St. George accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jackson to St. George?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,290 to $3,410 for a studio, $3,440 to $5,120 for a one-bedroom, $5,730 to $8,530 for a two-bedroom, $9,170 to $13,650 for a three-bedroom and $12,610 to $18,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. George from Jackson?

About 1,609 road miles (1,364 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Utah 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 St. George?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,250 to $3,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,610. 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–St. George corridor.