Jackson, WY

Jonesboro, AR → Jackson, WY · Long-distance move

Movers from Jonesboro to Jackson

About 1,402 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,280–$7,860, delivery in 3–7 days, 42 carriers on the Jonesboro side and 18 in Jackson.

  • 1,402 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,280–$7,8602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,402 miles (1,189 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
42 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination
18 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Jackson → Jonesboro

Jackson sits about 1,402 miles northwest of Jonesboro, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arkansas to Wyoming 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 $5,280 to $7,860 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 Jonesboro side there are 42 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 18 around Jackson (13 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 Jackson.

Jonesboro has a population of about 81,000 and Jackson about 11,000. Jackson is the denser city (3,634 people per square mile versus 980 in Jonesboro), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Wyoming is a higher-cost state than Arkansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Wyoming levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Jonesboro to Jackson

Full-service estimate for 1,402 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,110 $2,580 $3,140
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,170 $3,870 $4,720
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,280 $6,440 $7,860
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,450 $10,310 $12,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,620 $14,170 $17,290

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

$5,280–$7,860

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

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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 Jonesboro (origin)

Timmons Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
906107
MC
392769
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
129 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Loggins Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
687249
MC
319261
Based in
Lake City, AR 72437 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Stone Concepts L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2912340
MC
1170005
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72404 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

W L Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1376503
MC
525505
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

The Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2919912
MC
984411
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Childers Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1694025
MC
622049
Based in
Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Coco Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4243814
MC
1643841
Based in
Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Eddleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2011807
MC
745116
Based in
Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 42 movers in Jonesboro

Near Jackson (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,110 to $3,140 for a studio, $3,170 to $4,720 for a one-bedroom, $5,280 to $7,860 for a two-bedroom, $8,450 to $12,580 for a three-bedroom and $11,620 to $17,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jackson from Jonesboro?

About 1,402 road miles (1,189 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 Arkansas into Wyoming 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 Jonesboro to Jackson?

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 Jonesboro–Jackson corridor.