($1,463+) Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL Movers
The cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL ranges from $1,362 to $11,966, with an average cost of $4,700. Moves can be as low as $1,463 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 2,415 miles and usually takes 7 to 18 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL
Moving options from Los Angeles to Jacksonville fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,362 - $11,966 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $4,700, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 2,415 miles and typically takes 7 to 18 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,415-mile route from Los Angeles to Jacksonville, broken down by home size:
- A studio or 1-bedroom move runs $1,362 - $5,707 with full-service movers, $1,796 - $3,509 with a container, $1,463 - $2,885 with a rental truck, or $1,749 - $3,318 by freight.
- A 2 - 3 bedroom home costs $4,010 - $8,053 full-service, $2,351 - $4,729 by container, $1,553 - $3,435 by rental truck, or $1,862 - $3,903 by freight.
- A larger 4+ bedroom household runs $7,034 - $11,966 full-service, $3,332 - $6,893 by container, $1,845 - $4,171 by rental truck, or $2,586 - $5,460 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 Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,415-mile move from Los Angeles, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, with prices running from $1,362 - $11,966. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $407 - $2,712 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Los Angeles and Jacksonville are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Los Angeles movers tend to run around $200 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Los Angeles to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,362 - $5,707
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,010 - $8,053
- 4+ bedrooms: $7,034 - $11,966
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 Los Angeles to Jacksonville.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Florida. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
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 Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL
Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Los Angeles movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jacksonville, 75% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $678 - $6,780 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready88% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $271 - $1,627/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $407 - $3,254 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage41% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers | $1,356 - $4,068 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,390 - $13,560 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,016 - $1,930 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items68% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,356 - $3,390 |
| Piano | Any piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $1,085 - $4,746 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling43% of local movers | $407 - $2,034 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect30% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Sterling Van Lines | $881 - $2,712 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $407 - $20,340+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $407 - $4,746+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to Jacksonville?
Look for Professional Movers Association of Florida membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Florida beyond this list.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Los Angeles, CA. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL
Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, cost between $1,796 and $6,893. 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 Los Angeles typically runs around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,796 - $3,509
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,351 - $4,729
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,332 - $6,893
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Los Angeles, CA 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 $949 in Los Angeles, CA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $102 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $203 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 California to Florida 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 $1,796. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,351 - $4,729, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Los Angeles to Jacksonville?
- 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles:
- Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
- Box-N-Go, LLC (4.8/5), 19 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,415 miles from Los Angeles, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, running $1,463 - $4,171. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,042 - $1,191
- Daily insurance: $41/day
- Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
- Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| 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 Los Angeles to Jacksonville based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,463 - $2,885
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,553 - $3,435
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,845 - $4,171
Pro tip: A rental truck from Los Angeles to Jacksonville looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $1,463 - $4,171. But once you factor in fuel ($1,042 - $1,191) , overnight lodging ($203/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate suggests. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
- Lodging: Budget around $203 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
- Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Los Angeles, California, usually costs about $949 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
- Gas: Fuel for the 2,415-mile drive falls between $1,042 and $1,191, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $68 and $407 to your total.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to Jacksonville?
- 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 Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL
If you're moving a larger household from Los Angeles, California, 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 $1,862 and $3,903.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,749 - $3,318
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,862 - $3,903
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,586 - $5,460
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?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Los Angeles, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $949.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $102 and $203 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to Jacksonville?
- 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.
- Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC 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 a great option when you need your belongings in Jacksonville fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA 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 Los Angeles on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Los Angeles, CA | Jacksonville, FL |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 162 | 96 |
| Average rent | $2,960/mo | $1,520/mo |
| Median home value | $878,142 | $262,098 |
| Average income | $80,366/yr | $66,981/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 10.6% | 4.9% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | None |
| Walkability score | 69/100 | 26/100 |
| Safety index | 46.19/100 | 43.62/100 |
| Air quality | Moderate | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA guide.
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Our take
The 2,415-mile move from Los Angeles, CA, to Jacksonville, FL, costs between $1,362 and $11,966 with full-service movers, $1,796 - $6,893 with a moving container, and $1,463 - $4,171 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 $4,010 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 FIS and Southeastern Grocers.
FAQs: Moving from Los Angeles, CA, to Jacksonville, FL
What are the best neighborhoods in Jacksonville?
For families, Beacon Hills & Harbour, Deercreek, and Oceanway are worth a look in Jacksonville. If you're moving solo or without kids, Riverside, Brooklyn, and Baymeadows tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL?
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 $1,553 - $3,435. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Jacksonville a safe place to live?
Jacksonville has a safety index of 43.62 out of 100 and a crime index of 56.38, compared to 46.19 and 53.81 in Los Angeles. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
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.
What is the best time of year to move from Los Angeles, CA to Jacksonville, FL?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. Florida also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What percentage of Los Angeles movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 79% of movers in Los Angeles handle piano moves, and 68% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
