($593+) Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA Movers
Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to Philadelphia, PA, runs anywhere from $593 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,125 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 847 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,553, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,125 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,056 - $3,605, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $593 - $1,565.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Jacksonville, FL, to Philadelphia, PA. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $1,975 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
There are 3 main ways to move from Jacksonville to Philadelphia: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $1,975 - $5,361. Moving containers run about 31% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 67% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 7 days for this 847-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 847-mile route from Jacksonville to Philadelphia, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,553 - $4,152 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,056 - $1,949), rental truck ($593 - $1,085), or freight trailer ($960 - $1,861). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $1,975 - $5,361 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $7,125.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 30, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 847-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with prices running from $1,553 - $7,125. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $298 - $1,984 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Jacksonville and Philadelphia are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Jacksonville movers tend to run around $220 as a base rate plus $95/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Jacksonville to Philadelphia:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,553 - $4,152
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,975 - $5,361
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,451 - $7,125
Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Jacksonville to Philadelphia.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Philadelphia, 55% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing85% of local movers | $496 - $4,960 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready66% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $198 - $1,190/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $298 - $2,381 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage5% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs63% of local movers | $992 - $2,976 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,480 - $9,920 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $743 - $1,412 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items27% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $992 - $2,480 |
| Piano | Any piano type49% of local movers40% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $794 - $3,472 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling7% of local movers | $298 - $1,488 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect10% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: MoveBright Moving and Storage | $645 - $1,984 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $298 - $14,880+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $298 - $3,472+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Jacksonville to Philadelphia?
All three below meet the standards set by the Pennsylvania Moving & Storage Associates, the group most Pennsylvania movers are affiliated with.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Jacksonville, FL. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, cost between $1,056 and $3,605. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Jacksonville typically runs around $70/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Jacksonville to Philadelphia:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,056 - $1,949
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,357 - $2,677
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,860 - $3,605
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Jacksonville, FL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $694, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $74 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $149 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Jacksonville, FL, and Philadelphia, PA, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida to Pennsylvania move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,056. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,357 - $2,677.
What are the best moving containers Jacksonville to Philadelphia?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Jacksonville to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Jacksonville:
- Flex Moving & Storage (4.9/5), 4 years in business
- MoveBright Moving and Storage (5.0/5), 13 years in business
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5), 29 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Truck rentals from Jacksonville, Florida, to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, range from $593 - $1,565 for the 847-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $267 - $306
- Daily insurance: $30/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Jacksonville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Jacksonville to Philadelphia based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $593 - $1,085
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $653 - $1,341
- 4+ bedrooms: $817 - $1,565
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Jacksonville to Philadelphia starts at $593 - $1,565, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($267 - $306), overnight lodging ($149/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for roughly $600 - $1,200 more on top of fuel and lodging to cover meals, equipment, and other extras.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $149 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $64 and $322 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $267 - $306 in fuel for the 847-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $694 in Jacksonville, Florida, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Jacksonville to Philadelphia?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)
The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.
Freight trailer costs from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Jacksonville, Florida, to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,074 and $2,230.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Jacksonville to Philadelphia:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $960 - $1,861
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,074 - $2,230
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,474 - $2,970
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $74 and $149.
- Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
- Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for roughly five hours typically average $694.
What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to Philadelphia?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Jacksonville to Philadelphia. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Jacksonville, FL vs Philadelphia, PA
Good news for your budget: Philadelphia isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Jacksonville. Cost of living index runs 104 there against 96 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 26/100 and 43.62/100 here versus 75/100 and 33.91/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from Florida to Pennsylvania, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. Florida alone has 803 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 847-mile move like this one.
Our take
The 847-mile move from Jacksonville, FL, to Philadelphia, PA, costs between $1,553 and $7,125 with full-service movers, $1,056 - $3,605 with a moving container, and $593 - $1,565 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $1,975 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Amtak and Comcast.
FAQs: Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to Philadelphia, PA
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($267 - $306), daily insurance ($30/day), and equipment rentals ($7 - $20) on top. Overnight stops can add another $149/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How walkable is Philadelphia?
Philadelphia has a walkability score of 75 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 67, compared to 26 and 41 in Jacksonville. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
How much does it cost to move from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA?
Costs on this route range from around $593 to $7,125, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,553 and $7,125, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What do local movers charge in Jacksonville?
Local movers based in Jacksonville typically start around $220 as a base rate, plus $95/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Philadelphia run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What percentage of Jacksonville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 49% of movers in Jacksonville handle piano moves, and 27% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 40% and 26% nationally.