($678+) Austin, TX to Jacksonville, FL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Austin, TX to Jacksonville, FL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,033-mile move from Austin, Texas, to Jacksonville, Florida, with costs ranging from $2,238 - $8,395. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $347 - $2,316. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Austin and Jacksonville. Local movers in Austin typically start around $191 as a base rate plus $90/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Austin to Jacksonville:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,238 - $5,038
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,773 - $6,508
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,523 - $8,395

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 Austin to Jacksonville.

Specialty moving services from Austin, TX to Jacksonville, FL

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Austin movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jacksonville, 75% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Austin to Jacksonville?

Look for Professional Movers Association of Florida membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Florida beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Austin, TX to Jacksonville, FL

Moving containers from Austin, Texas, to Jacksonville, Florida, cost between $1,292 and $4,031. 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 Austin typically runs around $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Austin to Jacksonville:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,292 - $2,178
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,521 - $3,187
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,159 - $4,031

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Austin, TX and Jacksonville, FL. 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 $811 in Austin, TX, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $87 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $174 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.

What are the best moving containers Austin to Jacksonville?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Austin, TX to Jacksonville, FL

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,033 miles from Austin, Texas, to Jacksonville, Florida, running $700 - $2,018. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $381 - $435
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Austin daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Austin to Jacksonville based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $700 - $1,314
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $726 - $1,675
• 4+ bedrooms: $910 - $2,018

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $381 - $435 for the 1,033-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Austin, Texas, for about 5 hours typically costs around $811.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,033-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $174 per night, adding $347 - $521 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $58 and $347.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Austin to Jacksonville?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. 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 Austin, TX to Jacksonville, FL

If you're moving a larger household from Austin, Texas, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Jacksonville, Florida.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,318 and $2,398.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Austin to Jacksonville:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,064 - $2,144
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,318 - $2,398
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,710 - $3,457

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 $87 and $174.
• 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 Austin, Texas, for roughly five hours typically average $811.

What are the best freight companies from Austin to Jacksonville?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Molina Trucking (4.26/5 stars): Molina Trucking is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Austin, TX vs Jacksonville, FL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Jacksonville, side by side with Austin on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.