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South Bend, IN → Jacksonville, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from South Bend to Jacksonville

About 973 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,460–$6,640, delivery in 2–5 days, 173 carriers on the South Bend side and 745 in Jacksonville.

  • 973 miroad distance
  • 17 h 29 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,460–$6,6402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 973 miles (825 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 29 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
173 (134 interstate)
Movers at destination
745 (398 interstate)

Reverse: Jacksonville → South Bend

The route from South Bend, IN to Jacksonville, FL covers roughly 973 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 $4,460 to $6,640 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 29 min.

On the South Bend side there are 173 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (134 of them authorized for interstate work), and 745 around Jacksonville (398 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 Jacksonville.

South Bend has a population of about 103,201 and Jacksonville about 1 million. South Bend is considerably denser (2,463 people per square mile versus 1,271), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida is a higher-cost state than Indiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from South Bend to Jacksonville

Full-service estimate for 973 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,790 $2,180 $2,660
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,680 $3,270 $3,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,460 $5,440 $6,640
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,140 $8,710 $10,630
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,820 $11,980 $14,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,050

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$4,460–$6,640

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 South Bend (origin)

K & B Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
75914
MC
1184
Based in
Elkhart, IN 46517 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (574) 389-1986 Route Verify on FMCSA

C W Leasing And Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
573816
MC
279857
Based in
South Bend, IN 46614 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (574) 231-0881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bettchers US Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: US Truck & Trailer Service INC

USDOT
2102979
MC
733462
Based in
Lakeville, IN 46536 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (574) 784-8264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kovac Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1299125
MC
504038
Based in
Mishawaka, IN 46544 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (574) 234-4805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1473865
MC
556503
Based in
New Carlisle, IN 46552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (574) 654-8058 Route Verify on FMCSA

Golden Waffles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: New Carbon Company LLC

USDOT
1486479
MC
1700967
Based in
South Bend, IN 46628 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (574) 850-3609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobalt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3600277
MC
1222643
Based in
South Bend, IN 46637 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (574) 404-1710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fire Bins

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbhim LLC

USDOT
4437382
MC
1746836
Based in
Granger, IN 46530 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (574) 532-4849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 173 movers in South Bend

Near Jacksonville (destination)

Customized Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Customized Trucking Services INC

USDOT
1938017
MC
691357
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
244 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (904) 726-4340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Workplace Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Suddath Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT
3527089
MC
1172814
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
193 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aqua Gulf Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Spectrum Logistics INC

USDOT
860442
MC
335087
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
121 trucks, 121 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (800) 745-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Coast Imdl Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Customized Logistics Services INC

USDOT
304746
MC
177875
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (904) 726-4340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fr8 Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2407155
MC
828211
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (904) 337-0389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rms Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1872248
MC
676209
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32205 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (866) 237-9004 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yk Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2087173
MC
728376
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (904) 374-6517 Route Verify on FMCSA

1st Coast Cargo INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
794760
MC
551868
Based in
Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (904) 328-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 745 movers in Jacksonville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from South Bend to Jacksonville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,790 to $2,660 for a studio, $2,680 to $3,990 for a one-bedroom, $4,460 to $6,640 for a two-bedroom, $7,140 to $10,630 for a three-bedroom and $9,820 to $14,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jacksonville from South Bend?

About 973 road miles (825 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 29 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 Indiana into Florida 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 South Bend to Jacksonville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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 South Bend–Jacksonville corridor.