($364+) Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 371-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Montgomery, Alabama, with costs ranging from $969 - $6,394. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $268 - $1,784. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Jacksonville and Montgomery. Local movers in Jacksonville typically start around $220 as a base rate plus $95/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $969 - $3,309
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,621 - $4,276
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,395 - $6,394

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 Jacksonville to Montgomery.

Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL

Specialty needs vary by market — 75% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Montgomery, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Alabama are typically members of the Alabama Trucking Association, 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.

How much do local movers cost in Jacksonville, FL?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Jacksonville to Montgomery with a local mover averages $1,685 - $4,447. Working with a local mover based in Jacksonville, FL often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL

Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Montgomery, Alabama, cost between $926 and $2,820. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Jacksonville runs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $926 - $1,724
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,149 - $2,216
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,614 - $2,820

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Jacksonville, FL and Montgomery, AL. 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 $624 in Jacksonville, FL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $67 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $134 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 Jacksonville to Montgomery?

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 Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL

Renting a moving truck for the 371-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Montgomery, Alabama, costs between $349 and $961, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $105 - $120
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Jacksonville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $349 - $645
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $372 - $788
• 4+ bedrooms: $499 - $961

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 $67 and $312.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $134.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $105 and $120 for the 371-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 $624 for 2 movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Jacksonville, Florida, to Montgomery, Alabama, 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 $985 and $1,863.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $867 - $1,433
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $985 - $1,863
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,228 - $2,279

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 $67 - $134 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 Jacksonville, Florida, typically costs $624.

What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to Montgomery?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. Landstar Ranger, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): Landstar Ranger, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Jacksonville, FL vs Montgomery, AL

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