($875+) Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN Movers
Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to St. Paul, MN, runs anywhere from $875 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,051 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,467 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 3 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,905, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $8,051 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,342 - $4,912, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $875 - $2,312.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Jacksonville, FL, to St. Paul, MN. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,493 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN
Moving options from Jacksonville to St. Paul fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $2,493 - $5,979 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 27% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 64% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,467 miles and typically takes 3 to 8 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,467-mile route from Jacksonville to St. Paul, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,905 - $4,495 | $1,342 - $2,612 | $875 - $1,608 | $1,196 - $2,305 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,493 - $5,979 | $1,819 - $3,543 | $908 - $1,992 | $1,371 - $2,833 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,258 - $8,051 | $2,331 - $4,912 | $1,178 - $2,312 | $1,809 - $3,779 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,467-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota, with costs ranging from $1,905 - $8,051. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $295 - $1,968. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Jacksonville and St. Paul. 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 St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,905 - $4,495
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,493 - $5,979
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,258 - $8,051
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 St. Paul.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN
Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In St. Paul, 69% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing85% of local movers | $492 - $4,920 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready66% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $197 - $1,181/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $295 - $2,362 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage5% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs63% of local movers | $984 - $2,952 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,460 - $9,840 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $737 - $1,400 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items27% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $984 - $2,460 |
| Piano | Any piano type48% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $787 - $3,444 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling7% of local movers | $295 - $1,476 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect10% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: MoveBright Moving and Storage | $640 - $1,968 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $295 - $14,760+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $295 - $3,444+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Jacksonville to St. Paul?
Minnesota Transport Services Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Minnesota, on top of the picks below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are the more cost-efficient choice. Local movers in Jacksonville, FL, often charge 30% - 40% more at that distance because their operations aren't built for long-haul logistics. The exception is if you want a dedicated point-to-point truck with an average 2-day delivery, though that level of service generally increases your total cost.
Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN
Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota, cost between $1,342 and $4,912. 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 St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,342 - $2,612
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,819 - $3,543
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,331 - $4,912
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Jacksonville, FL and St. Paul, MN. 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 $689 in Jacksonville, FL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $74 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $148 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida to Minnesota move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,342. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,819 - $3,543.
What are the best moving containers Jacksonville to St. Paul?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Jacksonville to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Jacksonville:
- Flex Moving & Storage (4.9/5), 4 years in business
- MoveBright Moving and Storage (5.0/5), 13 years in business
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5), 29 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN
Truck rentals from Jacksonville, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota, range from $875 - $2,312 for the 1,467-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $459 - $525
- Daily insurance: $30/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Jacksonville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Jacksonville to St. Paul based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $875 - $1,608
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $908 - $1,992
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,178 - $2,312
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Jacksonville to St. Paul starts at $875 - $2,312, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($459 - $525), overnight lodging ($148/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for roughly $600 - $1,200 more on top of fuel and lodging to cover meals, equipment, and other extras.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $148 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $64 and $320 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $459 - $525 in fuel for the 1,467-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $689 in Jacksonville, Florida, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Jacksonville to St. Paul?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 St. Paul, MN
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Jacksonville, Florida, to St. Paul, Minnesota. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,371 and $2,833.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Jacksonville to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,196 - $2,305
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,371 - $2,833
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,809 - $3,779
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $74 - $148 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for about five hours typically runs $689.
What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to St. Paul?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.
Cost of living: Jacksonville, FL vs St. Paul, MN
Day-to-day costs in St. Paul are close to what you're used to in Jacksonville: cost of living index of 102 versus 96, with average rent of $1,350/mo compared to $1,520/mo. With an index gap that small, budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 26/100 and 43.62/100 in Jacksonville versus 60/100 and 49.14/100 in St. Paul.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our St. Paul, MN to Jacksonville, FL guide.
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We've processed 10 real quotes from Florida to Minnesota over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 885 movers in our Florida network to compare for this 1,467-mile move.
Our take
For a move from Jacksonville, FL, to St. Paul, MN, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,905 for a studio to $8,051 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,467-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,342 - $4,912. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $875 - $2,312, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,493 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Siemens and ACS Group.
FAQs: Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to St. Paul, MN
Is St. Paul a safe place to live?
St. Paul has a safety index of 49.14 out of 100 and a crime index of 50.86, compared to 43.62 and 56.38 in Jacksonville. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What is the best time of year to move from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How long does a move from Jacksonville, FL to St. Paul, MN take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 3 to 8 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($459 - $525), daily insurance ($30/day), and equipment rentals ($7 - $20) on top. Overnight stops can add another $148/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
What percentage of Jacksonville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 48% of movers in Jacksonville handle piano moves, and 27% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.