Panama City, FL → Hattiesburg, MS · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Panama City to Hattiesburg

About 272 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,430–$3,620, delivery in 1–3 days, 56 carriers on the Panama City side and 50 in Hattiesburg.

272 miroad distance
5 h 23 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,430–$3,6202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Panama City, Florida
To: Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Road distance: ≈ 272 miles (230 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 23 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 56 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 50 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Hattiesburg → Panama City

Hattiesburg sits about 272 miles west of Panama City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Mississippi that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,430 to $3,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 23 min.

On the Panama City side there are 56 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 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.

Panama City has a population of about 36,000 and Hattiesburg about 48,000. The two cities have comparable density (930 and 912 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Panama City to Hattiesburg

Full-service estimate for 272 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,460	$1,780	$2,170
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,430	$2,970	$3,620
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,890	$4,750	$5,790
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,350	$6,520	$7,960

Rental truck (DIY)

$430–$610

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

Portable container

$1,260–$1,860

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

Full-service mover

$2,430–$3,620

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 Panama City (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Destiny Services INC

USDOT: 2014393
MC: 709581
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (850) 785-2222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Greg Abrams Seafood INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 649083
MC: 498968
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (850) 769-4658 Route Verify on FMCSA

Paulk'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 89936
MC: 135068
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (850) 785-4333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emerald Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Emerald Coast Moving And Storage

USDOT: 3246056
MC: 1399110
Based in: Southport, FL 32409 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (850) 909-3009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Summit Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1995595
MC: 706025
Based in: Panama City, FL 32405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (850) 890-6009 Route Verify on FMCSA

L&m Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3578993
MC: 1208249
Based in: Panama City, FL 32404 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (770) 733-0285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Van Horn Transfer & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 89994
MC: 614619
Based in: Panama City, FL 32401 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (850) 763-3965 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cumbie'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Andrew William Cumbie

USDOT: 537601
MC: 273715
Based in: Panama City, FL 32405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (850) 628-1109 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Panama City

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

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Panama City to Hattiesburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,460 to $2,170 for a one-bedroom, $2,430 to $3,620 for a two-bedroom, $3,890 to $5,790 for a three-bedroom and $5,350 to $7,960 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hattiesburg from Panama City?

About 272 road miles (230 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 23 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Panama City to Hattiesburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $430 to $610 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,260 to $1,860. 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 Panama City–Hattiesburg corridor.