St. Paul, MN

Jacksonville, FL → St. Paul, MN · Long-distance move

Movers from Jacksonville to St. Paul

About 1,399 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,750–$8,560, delivery in 3–7 days, 745 carriers on the Jacksonville side and 1,099 in St. Paul.

  • 1,399 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,750–$8,5602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,399 miles (1,186 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
745 (398 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,099 (499 interstate)

Reverse: St. Paul → Jacksonville

St. Paul sits about 1,399 miles northwest of Jacksonville, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Minnesota that most movers classify as a 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 $5,750 to $8,560 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Jacksonville side there are 745 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (398 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,099 around St. Paul (499 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. Paul.

Jacksonville has a population of about 1 million and St. Paul about 306,684. St. Paul is the denser city (5,991 people per square mile versus 1,271 in Jacksonville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Jacksonville to St. Paul

Full-service estimate for 1,399 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,300 $2,810 $3,420
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,450 $4,210 $5,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,750 $7,020 $8,560
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,200 $11,220 $13,690
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,660 $15,430 $18,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,040–$2,880

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

Portable container

$2,270–$3,340

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

Full-service mover

$5,750–$8,560

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 Jacksonville (origin)

Customized Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1938017
MC
691357
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
244 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Suddath Workplace Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3527089
MC
1172814
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
193 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Aqua Gulf Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
860442
MC
335087
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
121 trucks, 121 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

North Coast Imdl Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
304746
MC
177875
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Fr8 Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2407155
MC
828211
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Rms Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1872248
MC
676209
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32205 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Yk Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2087173
MC
728376
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

1st Coast Cargo INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
794760
MC
551868
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 745 movers in Jacksonville

Near St. Paul (destination)

Bay And Bay

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125630
MC
87231
Based in
Eagan, MN 55121 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
360 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Berger Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125665
MC
35358
Based in
Saint Paul, MN 55113 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
221 trucks, 216 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Dli

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
618375
MC
700327
Based in
Oakdale, MN 55128 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
213 trucks, 213 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Sleep Number

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1245045
MC
1516428
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55404 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Statewide Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4167647
MC
1602419
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55432 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
145 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Big Blue Boxes

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
978545
MC
451529
Based in
New Brighton, MN 55112 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
113 trucks, 104 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Jefferson Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
116763
MC
252540
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55404 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
108 trucks, 133 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Ygtc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1514687
MC
1151708
Based in
Minneapolis, MN 55402 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
79 trucks, 224 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 1,099 movers in St. Paul

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jacksonville to St. Paul?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,420 for a studio, $3,450 to $5,140 for a one-bedroom, $5,750 to $8,560 for a two-bedroom, $9,200 to $13,690 for a three-bedroom and $12,660 to $18,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Paul from Jacksonville?

About 1,399 road miles (1,186 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Florida into Minnesota 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 Jacksonville to St. Paul?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,040 to $2,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,340. 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 Jacksonville–St. Paul corridor.