($763+) Bridgeport, CT to Jackson, MS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Bridgeport, CT to Jackson, MS

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,266-mile move from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Jackson, Mississippi, with costs ranging from $2,035 - $8,030. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $341 - $2,276. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Bridgeport and Jackson. Local movers in Bridgeport typically start around $272 as a base rate plus $133/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,035 - $4,761
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,657 - $6,071
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,460 - $8,030

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 Bridgeport to Jackson.

Specialty moving services from Bridgeport, CT to Jackson, MS

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of Bridgeport movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jackson, 88% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Bridgeport to Jackson?

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 Bridgeport, CT to Jackson, MS

Moving containers from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Jackson, Mississippi, cost between $1,284 and $4,242. 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 Bridgeport typically runs around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Bridgeport to Jackson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,284 - $2,365
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,623 - $3,164
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,200 - $4,242

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 Bridgeport, CT, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $797, 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 $85 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $171 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Bridgeport, CT, and Jackson, MS, 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 Bridgeport to Jackson?

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 Bridgeport, CT to Jackson, MS

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,266 miles from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Jackson, Mississippi, running $763 - $2,111. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $458 - $524
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Bridgeport daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Bridgeport to Jackson based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $763 - $1,500
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $841 - $1,766
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,122 - $2,111

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $458 - $524 for the 1,266-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 Bridgeport, Connecticut, for about 5 hours typically costs around $797.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,266-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $171 per night, adding $341 - $512 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $57 and $341.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Bridgeport to Jackson?

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 Bridgeport, CT to Jackson, MS

If you're moving a larger household from Bridgeport, Connecticut, 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 Jackson, Mississippi.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,298 and $2,506.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,191 - $2,192
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,298 - $2,506
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,866 - $3,498

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 Bridgeport, Connecticut, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $797.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $85 and $171 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Bridgeport to Jackson?

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.

Cost of living: Bridgeport, CT vs Jackson, MS

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Jackson, side by side with Bridgeport 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.

Our take

The 1,266-mile move from Bridgeport, CT, to Jackson, MS, costs between $2,035 and $8,030 with full-service movers, $1,284 - $4,242 with a moving container, and $763 - $2,111 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 $2,657 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 Newk's Eatery and Cal-Maine Foods.