($666+) Jacksonville, FL to New Haven, CT Movers
Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to New Haven, CT, runs anywhere from $714 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,336 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,010 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 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 $2,008, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $7,336 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,231 - $4,190, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $714 - $1,942.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Jacksonville, FL, to New Haven, CT. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,239 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 New Haven, CT
There are 3 main ways to move from Jacksonville to New Haven: 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 $2,239 - $5,711. Moving containers run about 30% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 60% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 8 days for this 1,010-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 1,010-mile route from Jacksonville to New Haven, broken down by home size:
- A studio or 1-bedroom move runs $2,008 - $4,479 with full-service movers, $1,231 - $2,268 with a container, $714 - $1,369 with a rental truck, or $1,086 - $2,061 by freight.
- A 2 - 3 bedroom home costs $2,239 - $5,711 full-service, $1,632 - $3,029 by container, $749 - $1,486 by rental truck, or $1,280 - $2,622 by freight.
- A larger 4+ bedroom household runs $3,746 - $7,336 full-service, $2,159 - $4,190 by container, $988 - $1,942 by rental truck, or $1,778 - $3,122 by freight.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Jacksonville, FL to New Haven, CT
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,010-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to New Haven, Connecticut, with prices running from $2,008 - $7,336. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $304 - $2,024 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Jacksonville and New Haven 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 New Haven:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,008 - $4,479
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,239 - $5,711
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,746 - $7,336
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 New Haven.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Florida to Connecticut. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to New Haven, CT
Specialty needs vary by market — 75% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In New Haven, 95% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $506 - $5,060 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready75% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Flex Moving & Storage | $202 - $1,214/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $304 - $2,429 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage7% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs61% of local movers | $1,012 - $3,036 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,530 - $10,120 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $758 - $1,440 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items25% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Helping Hands Express Moving & Storage | $1,012 - $2,530 |
| Piano | Any piano type68% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $810 - $3,542 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling18% of local movers | $304 - $1,518 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect14% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Premier Movers | $658 - $2,024 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $304 - $15,180+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $304 - $3,542+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Jacksonville to New Haven?
If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut is a good first thing to confirm.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Jacksonville, FL. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to New Haven, CT
Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to New Haven, Connecticut, cost between $1,231 and $4,190. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to New Haven. If you go over that window, storage in Jacksonville adds around $70/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Jacksonville to New Haven:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,231 - $2,268
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,632 - $3,029
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,159 - $4,190
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Jacksonville, FL and New Haven, CT. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
- Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $708 in Jacksonville, FL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $76 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $152 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
- Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida to Connecticut 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 $1,231. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,632 - $3,029, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Jacksonville to New Haven?
- 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
- Royal Moving and Storage (4.8/5), 41 years in business
- Stewart Moving & Storage (4.9/5), 32 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Jacksonville, FL to New Haven, CT
Truck rentals from Jacksonville, Florida, to New Haven, Connecticut, range from $714 - $1,942 for the 1,010-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $325 - $372
- 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 New Haven based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $714 - $1,369
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $749 - $1,486
- 4+ bedrooms: $988 - $1,942
Pro tip: The base rate of $714 - $1,942 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Jacksonville to New Haven. Fuel ($325 - $372) , lodging at around $152/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in an extra $600 - $1,200 to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $76 and $354.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $152.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $325 and $372 for the 1,010-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $708 for 2 movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Jacksonville to New Haven?
- 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 New Haven, CT
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 New Haven, Connecticut. 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. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,280 and $2,622.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Jacksonville to New Haven:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,086 - $2,061
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,280 - $2,622
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,778 - $3,122
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $76 - $152 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for about five hours typically runs $708.
What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to New Haven?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- Landstar Ranger, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): Landstar Ranger, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to New Haven quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Jacksonville, FL vs New Haven, CT
Day-to-day costs in New Haven are close to what you're used to in Jacksonville: cost of living index of 109 versus 96, with average rent of $2,375/mo compared to $1,520/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 26/100 and 43.62/100 in Jacksonville versus 68/100 and 41.8/100 in New Haven.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our New Haven, CT to Jacksonville, FL guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Florida to Connecticut over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 229 movers in our Florida network to compare for this 1,010-mile move.
Our take
A move from Jacksonville, FL, to New Haven, CT, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,008 - $7,336 on the 1,010-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,231 - $4,190, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $714 - $1,942. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,239 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include ASSA ABLOY Group and ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions - US.
FAQs: Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to New Haven, CT
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 New Haven run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
How much does it cost to move from Jacksonville, FL to New Haven, CT?
Costs on this route range from around $2,008 to $7,336, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,008 and $7,336, 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 is the cheapest way to move from Jacksonville, FL to New Haven, CT?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $749 - $1,486. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($325 - $372), daily insurance ($30/day), and equipment rentals ($7 - $20) on top. Overnight stops can add another $152/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
What percentage of Jacksonville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 68% of movers in Jacksonville handle piano moves, and 25% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
