($1,491+) Long Beach, CA to Jacksonville, FL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Long Beach, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,422-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, with costs ranging from $1,375 - $11,842. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $407 - $2,712. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Long Beach and Jacksonville. Local movers in Long Beach typically start around $162 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,375 - $6,308
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,781 - $7,814
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,321 - $11,842

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 Long Beach to Jacksonville.

Specialty moving services from Long Beach, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Jacksonville?

All three below meet the standards set by the Professional Movers Association of Florida, the group most Florida movers are affiliated with.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Long Beach, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Moving containers from Long Beach, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, cost between $1,796 and $6,487. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Long Beach typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,796 - $3,509
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,423 - $5,128
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,200 - $6,487

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 Long Beach, CA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $949, 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 $102 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $203 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Long Beach, CA, and Jacksonville, FL, 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.

What are the best moving containers Long Beach 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 Long Beach, CA to Jacksonville, FL

A rental truck for this 2,422-mile move from Long Beach, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, costs between $1,364 and $4,050. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,045 - $1,194
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $27
• Long Beach daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,364 - $2,665
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,460 - $3,304
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,981 - $4,050

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $1,045 - $1,194 for the 2,422-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 Long Beach, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $949.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,422-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $203 per night, adding $407 - $610 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $68 and $407.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Long Beach 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 Long Beach, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Long Beach, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,862 and $3,824.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,599 - $3,318
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,862 - $3,824
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,666 - $5,352

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 $102 and $203.
• 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 Long Beach, California, for roughly five hours typically average $949.

What are the best freight companies from Long Beach 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. Sea-Logix, LLC (4.76/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC 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: Long Beach, 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 Long Beach 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.