($327+) Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL Movers

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

Full-service movers for the 371-mile relocation from Jacksonville, Florida, to Montgomery, Alabama, cost between $972 and $5,751. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $268 - $1,784, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Jacksonville typically charge a base rate around $220 plus $95 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $972 - $3,256
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,608 - $3,998
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,406 - $5,751

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: 66% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Montgomery, 45% 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 $1,672 - $4,157. A local mover in Jacksonville, FL is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to Montgomery, AL

Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Montgomery, Alabama, cost between $919 and $2,802. 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 Jacksonville typically costs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $919 - $1,552
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,131 - $2,180
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,541 - $2,802

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

Truck rentals from Jacksonville, Florida, to Montgomery, Alabama, range from $327 - $838 for the 371-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• 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: $327 - $603
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $381 - $730
• 4+ bedrooms: $449 - $838

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $105 - $120 for the 371-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 Jacksonville, Florida, for about 5 hours typically costs around $624.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 371-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $134 per night, adding $268 - $401 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $45 and $268.

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

For larger DIY moves from Jacksonville, Florida, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Montgomery, Alabama.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $913 and $1,813.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $764 - $1,467
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $913 - $1,813
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,196 - $2,219

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 $67 and $134.
• 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 Jacksonville, Florida, for roughly five hours typically average $624.

What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to Montgomery?

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.

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.

Our take

A move from Jacksonville, FL, to Montgomery, AL, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $972 - $5,751 on the 371-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $919 - $2,802, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $327 - $838. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,608 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Alfa and Colonial Banc Group.