Jackson, WY → Poughkeepsie, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Jackson to Poughkeepsie

About 2,199 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,660–$11,400, delivery in 5–10 days, 18 carriers on the Jackson side and 267 in Poughkeepsie.

2,199 miroad distance
38 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,660–$11,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jackson, Wyoming
To: Poughkeepsie, New York
Road distance: ≈ 2,199 miles (1,864 straight-line)
Drive time: 38 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 18 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 267 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Poughkeepsie → Jackson

The route from Jackson, WY to Poughkeepsie, NY covers roughly 2,199 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,660 to $11,400 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 38 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 267 around Poughkeepsie (103 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 Poughkeepsie.

Jackson has a population of about 11,000 and Poughkeepsie about 32,000. Poughkeepsie is the denser city (6,137 people per square mile versus 3,634 in Jackson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Wyoming, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Jackson to Poughkeepsie

Full-service estimate for 2,199 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,070	$3,740	$4,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,600	$5,610	$6,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,660	$9,350	$11,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,260	$14,950	$18,240
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,860	$20,560	$25,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,010–$4,250

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

Portable container

$2,980–$4,390

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

Full-service mover

$7,660–$11,400

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 Poughkeepsie (destination)

Arnoff Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57976
MC: 3748
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 471-1504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lightning Express Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 871631
MC: 421420
Based in: Gardiner, NY 12525 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (845) 883-4343 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCollister's Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: McCollister's Transportation Group INC

USDOT: 289344
MC: 668184
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (609) 526-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Finnegan'S Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Signature Worldwide Relocation Newburgh INC

USDOT: 17724
MC: 111474
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 564-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nembhard Fiber Construction LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4370692
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (561) 702-5731 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Bottling Of Milton New York INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 568013
MC: 277000
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (845) 795-2171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Pallet Recyclers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3076753
MC: 65716
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (845) 264-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hot Tub Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3555369
MC: 1192173
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (845) 926-7438 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 267 movers in Poughkeepsie

Tips for this move

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.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,070 to $4,560 for a studio, $4,600 to $6,840 for a one-bedroom, $7,660 to $11,400 for a two-bedroom, $12,260 to $18,240 for a three-bedroom and $16,860 to $25,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Poughkeepsie from Jackson?

About 2,199 road miles (1,864 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 38 hours (5 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 Wyoming into New York 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 Poughkeepsie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,010 to $4,250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,980 to $4,390. 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–Poughkeepsie corridor.