Jackson, WY → State College, PA · Cross-country move

Movers from Jackson to State College

About 1,989 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,570–$9,770, delivery in 5–10 days, 18 carriers on the Jackson side and 104 in State College.

1,989 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,570–$9,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jackson, Wyoming
To: State College, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 1,989 miles (1,686 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 18 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 104 (47 interstate)

Reverse: State College → Jackson

State College sits about 1,989 miles east of Jackson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wyoming to Pennsylvania 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 $6,570 to $9,770 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 35 hours (4 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 104 around State College (47 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 State College.

Jackson has a population of about 11,000 and State College about 40,000. State College is the denser city (8,847 people per square mile versus 3,634 in Jackson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Jackson to State College

Full-service estimate for 1,989 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,630	$3,200	$3,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,940	$4,810	$5,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,570	$8,010	$9,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,510	$12,820	$15,640
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,450	$17,620	$21,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,940

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

Portable container

$2,800–$4,110

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

Full-service mover

$6,570–$9,770

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 State College (destination)

Davidson Brothers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Trotting Fox LLC

USDOT: 10559
MC: 117384
Based in: Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (814) 355-5513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logixpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4267420
MC: 1656758
Based in: State College, PA 16803 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (814) 826-8666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kerstetter Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: David R Kerstetter

USDOT: 276445
MC: 180364
Based in: Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (717) 667-6723 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peacheys Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4515827
MC: 1788504
Based in: Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (717) 667-6202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Appalachian Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2491872
MC: 863048
Based in: State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (814) 650-7293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phil McNeal Transport Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Philip D McNeal Jr

USDOT: 560337
MC: 273154
Based in: Julian, PA 16844 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (814) 353-0328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kurtious Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2973008
MC: 904809
Based in: Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (814) 574-8448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Werema Ventures LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4227992
MC: 1635283
Based in: State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (814) 325-1483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 104 movers in State College

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in State College 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.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jackson to State College?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,630 to $3,910 for a studio, $3,940 to $5,860 for a one-bedroom, $6,570 to $9,770 for a two-bedroom, $10,510 to $15,640 for a three-bedroom and $14,450 to $21,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is State College from Jackson?

About 1,989 road miles (1,686 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 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 Wyoming into Pennsylvania 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 State College?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,800 to $4,110. 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–State College corridor.