Grand Junction, CO

Jackson, WY → Grand Junction, CO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Jackson to Grand Junction

About 382 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,050–$4,530, delivery in 1–3 days, 18 carriers on the Jackson side and 67 in Grand Junction.

  • 382 miroad distance
  • 7 h 17 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,050–$4,5302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 382 miles (324 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 17 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
18 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination
67 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Grand Junction → Jackson

Grand Junction sits about 382 miles south of Jackson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wyoming to Colorado 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 $3,050 to $4,530 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 17 min.

On the Jackson side there are 18 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 of them authorized for interstate work), and 67 around Grand Junction (30 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 Grand Junction.

Jackson has a population of about 11,000 and Grand Junction about 70,000. Jackson is considerably denser (3,634 people per square mile versus 1,614), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Wyoming, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Jackson to Grand Junction

Full-service estimate for 382 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,270 $1,550 $1,880
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,830 $2,230 $2,720
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,050 $3,710 $4,530
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,870 $5,940 $7,250
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,700 $8,170 $9,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$540–$770

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

Portable container

$1,360–$2,000

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

Full-service mover

$3,050–$4,530

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

Moving cost calculator

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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)

Duffel Donkey LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2638601
MC
899603
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Teton Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3865827
MC
1413762
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Black Diamond Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4505045
MC
426990
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

The Moving Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1283332
MC
620946
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Teton Art Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2973688
MC
783146
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Crate N' Freight LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2211559
MC
769598
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Guilty Dog Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2574543
MC
900284
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

We Lift Things LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3741616
MC
1324713
Based in
Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 18 movers in Jackson

Near Grand Junction (destination)

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2251528
MC
770182
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2251521
MC
770150
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2251534
MC
770189
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2203660
MC
769032
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3280346
MC
1037031
Based in
Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3280355
MC
1037035
Based in
Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3280340
MC
1037024
Based in
Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4281705
MC
1664544
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81501 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 67 movers in Grand Junction

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jackson to Grand Junction?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,830 to $2,720 for a one-bedroom, $3,050 to $4,530 for a two-bedroom, $4,870 to $7,250 for a three-bedroom and $6,700 to $9,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Grand Junction from Jackson?

About 382 road miles (324 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 17 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 Wyoming into Colorado 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 Grand Junction?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $540 to $770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $2,000. 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–Grand Junction corridor.