Jackson, WY → Portland, ME · Cross-country move

Movers from Jackson to Portland

About 2,374 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,240–$10,780, delivery in 7–14 days, 18 carriers on the Jackson side and 113 in Portland.

2,374 miroad distance
41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,240–$10,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jackson, Wyoming
To: Portland, Maine
Road distance: ≈ 2,374 miles (2,012 straight-line)
Drive time: 41 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 18 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 113 (63 interstate)

Reverse: Portland → Jackson

Moving from Jackson to Portland is a cross-country move of roughly 2,374 road miles, heading east from Wyoming to Maine.

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 $7,240 to $10,780 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 41 hours (5 driving days).

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 113 around Portland (63 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 Portland.

Jackson has a population of about 11,000 and Portland about 69,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,634 and 3,176 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Maine does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Jackson to Portland

Full-service estimate for 2,374 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,900	$3,530	$4,310
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,350	$5,300	$6,470
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,240	$8,830	$10,780
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,590	$14,130	$17,240
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,930	$19,430	$23,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,340–$4,710

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

Portable container

$3,140–$4,620

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

Full-service mover

$7,240–$10,780

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

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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

Call (307) 203-0747 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teton Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Teton Movers LLC

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

Call (307) 413-8544 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gw Moving And Storage LLC

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

Call (307) 739-8553 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (307) 733-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (307) 413-3312 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (307) 733-1369 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guilty Dog Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Erbe & Huyffer INC

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

Call (307) 690-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (307) 690-6704 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 18 movers in Jackson

Near Portland (destination)

Sysco Northern New England INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 284941
MC: 1099777
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (207) 871-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dump Guy LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2421539
MC: 1270956
Based in: Scarborough, ME 04074 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (207) 450-5858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bisson Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9153
MC: 237741
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 514-1060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Earle W Noyes & Sons Moving Specialists

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Earle W Noyes & Son

USDOT: 51022
MC: 38092
Based in: Portland, ME 04101 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (207) 775-5876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smart Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3486792
MC: 1146232
Based in: Gorham, ME 04038 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (833) 737-6278 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & B Towinggateway Auto LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 859406
MC: 383664
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (207) 772-4236 Route Verify on FMCSA

Local Muscle LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2162841
MC: 822854
Based in: Portland, ME 04103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (207) 370-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Portland LLC

USDOT: 2926493
MC: 987632
Based in: Westbrook, ME 04092 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (207) 835-8440 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 113 movers in Portland

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,900 to $4,310 for a studio, $4,350 to $6,470 for a one-bedroom, $7,240 to $10,780 for a two-bedroom, $11,590 to $17,240 for a three-bedroom and $15,930 to $23,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portland from Jackson?

About 2,374 road miles (2,012 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 hours (5 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 Wyoming into Maine 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 Portland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,340 to $4,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,140 to $4,620. 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–Portland corridor.