($1,608+) Oakland, CA to Jacksonville, FL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Oakland, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,711-mile move from Oakland, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, with costs ranging from $1,423 - $12,043. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $468 - $3,120. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Oakland and Jacksonville. Local movers in Oakland typically start around $281 as a base rate plus $147/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,423 - $6,388
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,891 - $7,855
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,245 - $12,043

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 Oakland to Jacksonville.

Specialty moving services from Oakland, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Oakland 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 Oakland to Jacksonville?

Movers licensed to operate in Florida are typically members of the Professional Movers Association of Florida, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Oakland, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Moving containers from Oakland, California, to Jacksonville, Florida, cost between $1,987 and $7,179. 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 Oakland typically costs about $120/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,987 - $3,709
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,680 - $5,645
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,730 - $7,179

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $117 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $234 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $1,092 in Oakland, CA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Jacksonville, FL, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Oakland 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 Oakland, CA to Jacksonville, FL

Plan on $1,497 - $4,462 for a rental moving truck on the 2,711-mile route from Oakland, California, to Jacksonville, Florida. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,346 - $1,538
• Daily insurance: $47/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
• Oakland daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.39

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,497 - $3,054
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,621 - $3,600
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,243 - $4,462

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 $117 and $546.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $234.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $1,346 and $1,538 for the 2,711-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 $1,092 for 2 movers in Oakland, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Oakland, California, to Jacksonville, Florida. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,404 and $4,430.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,735 - $3,372
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,164 - $4,430
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,842 - $5,626

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $117 - $234 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Oakland, California, typically costs $1,092.

What are the best freight companies from Oakland to Jacksonville?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. PRO Logistics (4.54/5 stars): PRO Logistics is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Oakland, 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 Oakland 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.