Jackson, MS

Scranton, PA → Jackson, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Scranton to Jackson

About 1,201 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,810–$7,160, delivery in 3–7 days, 264 carriers on the Scranton side and 173 in Jackson.

  • 1,201 miroad distance
  • 21 h 24 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,810–$7,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,201 miles (1,018 straight-line)
Drive time
21 h 24 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
264 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination
173 (113 interstate)

Reverse: Jackson → Scranton

Jackson sits about 1,201 miles southwest of Scranton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania 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 $4,810 to $7,160 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 21 h 24 min.

On the Scranton side there are 264 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 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.

Scranton has a population of about 76,000 and Jackson about 141,196. Scranton is considerably denser (3,016 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 Pennsylvania, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Scranton to Jackson

Full-service estimate for 1,201 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,930 $2,350 $2,860
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,890 $3,520 $4,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,810 $5,870 $7,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,700 $9,390 $11,460
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,590 $12,920 $15,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,680–$2,380

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

Portable container

$2,090–$3,080

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

Full-service mover

$4,810–$7,160

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 Scranton (origin)

Bolus Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38073
MC
63838
Based in
Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
125 trucks, 109 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Nonr

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38161
MC
99567
Based in
Scranton, PA 18504 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Naro Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38205
MC
138836
Based in
Covington Township, PA 18444 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Burke Truckmen LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
240625
MC
163376
Based in
Throop, PA 18512 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Dupont Motor Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
573781
MC
275930
Based in
Yatesville, PA 18640 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Emiliani Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
701292
MC
324538
Based in
Jessup, PA 18434 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Nepa Deliveries

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1807709
MC
657017
Based in
Olyphant, PA 18447 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Matheson Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
38187
MC
70525
Based in
Forty Fort, PA 18704 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 264 movers in Scranton

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 Scranton to Jackson?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,930 to $2,860 for a studio, $2,890 to $4,300 for a one-bedroom, $4,810 to $7,160 for a two-bedroom, $7,700 to $11,460 for a three-bedroom and $10,590 to $15,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jackson from Scranton?

About 1,201 road miles (1,018 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 24 min.

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 Pennsylvania 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 Scranton to Jackson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,680 to $2,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,090 to $3,080. 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 Scranton–Jackson corridor.