Muskegon, MI → Hattiesburg, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Muskegon to Hattiesburg

About 992 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,260–$6,330, delivery in 2–5 days, 55 carriers on the Muskegon side and 50 in Hattiesburg.

992 miroad distance
17 h 48 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,260–$6,3302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Muskegon, Michigan
To: Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Road distance: ≈ 992 miles (840 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 48 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 55 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination: 50 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Hattiesburg → Muskegon

The route from Muskegon, MI to Hattiesburg, MS covers roughly 992 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,260 to $6,330 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 48 min.

On the Muskegon side there are 55 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 50 around Hattiesburg (36 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 Hattiesburg.

Muskegon has a population of about 38,000 and Hattiesburg about 48,000. Muskegon is considerably denser (2,709 people per square mile versus 912), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Mississippi than in Michigan, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Muskegon to Hattiesburg

Full-service estimate for 992 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,700	$2,080	$2,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,550	$3,120	$3,800
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,260	$5,190	$6,330
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,810	$8,310	$10,140
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,370	$11,420	$13,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,470–$2,070

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

Portable container

$1,910–$2,800

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

Full-service mover

$4,260–$6,330

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 Muskegon (origin)

Intra City Dispatch INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 474716
MC: 198126
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (231) 739-6270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steadfast Shipping

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Steadfast Shipping LLC

USDOT: 423654
MC: 516749
Based in: Nunica, MI 49448 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (616) 842-1392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brockstar Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2022408
MC: 962557
Based in: Norton Shores, MI 49444 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (231) 744-9561 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Michigan Dirtworks LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1924914
MC: 1583638
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (231) 788-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricdas LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2189615
MC: 760009
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (989) 817-2060 Route Verify on FMCSA

S&t Expediting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3634075
MC: 1246148
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (231) 343-4089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aidan Trucking

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3676194
MC: 1276759
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (231) 638-1053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tnt Always Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3122307
MC: 88656
Based in: Michigan, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (231) 578-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Muskegon

Near Hattiesburg (destination)

Viking Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 300875
MC: 218607
Based in: Petal, MS 39465 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 97 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (601) 255-0725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fv Recycling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1392358
MC: 529805
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (877) 927-8372 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bipolarbear Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3650011
MC: 1257747
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (601) 307-4415 Route Verify on FMCSA

McNichols Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2725123
MC: 923008
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (601) 480-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Star Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3335404
MC: 1063607
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (601) 450-1383 Route Verify on FMCSA

B Rok Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2517720
MC: 875913
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (601) 325-8446 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Brother Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3658860
MC: 1264138
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (504) 478-1473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bean Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3216852
MC: 1005870
Based in: Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (601) 545-3522 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 50 movers in Hattiesburg

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Hattiesburg if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Muskegon to Hattiesburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,700 to $2,530 for a studio, $2,550 to $3,800 for a one-bedroom, $4,260 to $6,330 for a two-bedroom, $6,810 to $10,140 for a three-bedroom and $9,370 to $13,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hattiesburg from Muskegon?

About 992 road miles (840 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 48 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Michigan into Mississippi 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 Muskegon to Hattiesburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,470 to $2,070 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,910 to $2,800. 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 Muskegon–Hattiesburg corridor.