Jackson, MS

Orlando, FL → Jackson, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Orlando to Jackson

About 706 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,700–$5,500, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 173 in Jackson.

  • 706 miroad distance
  • 12 h 52 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,700–$5,5002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 706 miles (598 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 52 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination
173 (113 interstate)

Reverse: Jackson → Orlando

Jackson sits about 706 miles northwest of Orlando, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Mississippi 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 $3,700 to $5,500 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 12 h 52 min.

On the Orlando side there are 1,200 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (385 of them authorized for interstate work), and 173 around Jackson (113 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.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Jackson about 141,196. Orlando is considerably denser (2,781 people per square mile versus 1,376), 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 Florida, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Mississippi does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Orlando to Jackson

Full-service estimate for 706 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,480 $1,800 $2,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,220 $2,710 $3,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,700 $4,510 $5,500
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,920 $7,220 $8,800
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,140 $9,920 $12,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,030–$1,450

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

Portable container

$1,650–$2,430

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

Full-service mover

$3,700–$5,500

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 Orlando (origin)

Client Choice LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4147606
MC
1591558
Based in
Orlando, FL 32805 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
74 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Royal Trucking Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2534394
MC
712152
Based in
Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Colbert Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
6899824
MC
51207034
Based in
Orlando, FL 32839 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Delco Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3124710
MC
89944
Based in
Orlando, FL 32829 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Gd Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2854652
MC
955645
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

1st Class Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2516919
MC
873384
Based in
Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

LA Rosa Del Monte Express Orlando LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4270194
MC
1658272
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Distributors Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
694372
MC
321863
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

All 1,200 movers in Orlando

Near Jackson (destination)

Gulf Relay LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2068379
MC
723111
Based in
Clinton, MS 39056 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
249 trucks, 247 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Kllm Expedited Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
749588
MC
339564
Based in
Richland, MS 39218 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
146 trucks, 271 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Sysco Jackson LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
327397
MC
1099753
Based in
Jackson, MS 39209 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Baxter Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4130332
MC
1581497
Based in
Jackson, MS 39213 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
913816
MC
395598
Based in
Ridgeland, MS 39157 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Ajc Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2816501
MC
1033161
Based in
Jackson, MS 39201 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Honorable Jones Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4109408
MC
1670838
Based in
Jackson, MS 39203 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Invictus Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3469769
MC
1161870
Based in
Jackson, MS 39211 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 173 movers in Jackson

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,200 for a studio, $2,220 to $3,300 for a one-bedroom, $3,700 to $5,500 for a two-bedroom, $5,920 to $8,800 for a three-bedroom and $8,140 to $12,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jackson from Orlando?

About 706 road miles (598 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 52 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 Florida 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 Orlando to Jackson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,030 to $1,450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,650 to $2,430. 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 Orlando–Jackson corridor.