($694+) Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK Movers
Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to Tulsa, OK, runs anywhere from $694 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,184 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,135 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 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 $1,863, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,184 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,204 - $4,139, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $694 - $1,992.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Jacksonville, FL, to Tulsa, OK. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,387 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 Tulsa, OK
Moving options from Jacksonville to Tulsa fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. The most hands-off option, full-service, runs $2,387 - $5,698 for a 2-3 bedroom home and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers cost about 34% less than full-service for the same size, and rental trucks land around 69% less, with both DIY options requiring you to load yourself. Covering 1,135 miles, this route usually takes 2 to 8 days from pickup to delivery.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,135-mile route from Jacksonville to Tulsa, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,863 - $4,403 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,204 - $2,271), rental truck ($694 - $1,376), or freight trailer ($1,094 - $2,085). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,387 - $5,698 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $7,184.
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 Tulsa, OK
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,135-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, with prices running from $1,863 - $7,184. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $275 - $1,832 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Jacksonville and Tulsa are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Jacksonville movers tend to run around $220 as a base rate plus $95/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Jacksonville to Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,863 - $4,403
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,387 - $5,698
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,003 - $7,184
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 Tulsa.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK
Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tulsa, 43% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing85% of local movers | $458 - $4,580 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready66% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $183 - $1,099/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $275 - $2,198 |
| 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 | $916 - $2,748 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,290 - $9,160 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $686 - $1,303 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items27% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $916 - $2,290 |
| Piano | Any piano type48% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage | $733 - $3,206 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling7% of local movers | $275 - $1,374 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect10% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: MoveBright Moving and Storage | $595 - $1,832 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $275 - $13,740+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $275 - $3,206+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Jacksonville to Tulsa?
If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Oklahoma Trucking Association is a good first thing to confirm.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Jacksonville, FL. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK
Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,204 and $4,139. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Tulsa. If you go over that window, storage in Jacksonville adds around $70/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Jacksonville to Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,204 - $2,271
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,565 - $3,132
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,033 - $4,139
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 Jacksonville, FL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $641, 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 $69 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $137 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Jacksonville, FL, and Tulsa, OK, 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida to Oklahoma 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 $1,204. 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 $1,565 - $3,132.
What are the best moving containers Jacksonville to Tulsa?
- 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 Tulsa, OK
A rental truck for this 1,135-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, costs between $694 and $1,992. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $331 - $378
- 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
| 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 Tulsa based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $694 - $1,376
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $750 - $1,652
- 4+ bedrooms: $923 - $1,992
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $694 - $1,992 when pricing out a rental truck from Jacksonville to Tulsa. Fuel alone runs $331 - $378, and overnight lodging ($137/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $641.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $331 - $378 for the 1,135-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $55 and $298, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $137 per night for hotel stops on the 1,135-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $275 - $412.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Jacksonville to Tulsa?
- 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 Tulsa, OK
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 Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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 $1,302 and $2,382.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Jacksonville to Tulsa:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,094 - $2,085
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,302 - $2,382
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,610 - $3,180
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Jacksonville, Florida, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $641.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $69 - $137 per additional foot to your total.
- Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.
What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to Tulsa?
- 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 Tulsa, OK
Good news for your budget: Tulsa isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Jacksonville. Cost of living index runs 85 there against 96 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 26/100 and 43.62/100 here versus 39/100 and 48.06/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Tulsa, OK to Jacksonville, FL guide.
Why you should use moveBuddha to find a mover:
In the past 3 months, we've processed 10 real quotes from Florida to Oklahoma, so our pricing data stays current. Use our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and spot bad actors early. We track 885 movers licensed in Florida, useful context for sizing up this 1,135-mile move.
Our take
The 1,135-mile move from Jacksonville, FL, to Tulsa, OK, costs between $1,863 and $7,184 with full-service movers, $1,204 - $4,139 with a moving container, and $694 - $1,992 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 $2,387 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 Imperial and Hilti.
FAQs: Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to Tulsa, OK
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What is the best time of year to move from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK?
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 do I know a mover is licensed in Oklahoma?
In Oklahoma, in-state household goods movers are certified and licensed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC).
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($331 - $378), daily insurance ($27/day), and equipment rentals ($6 - $18) on top. Overnight stops can add another $137/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How walkable is Tulsa?
Tulsa has a walkability score of 39 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 47, compared to 26 and 41 in Jacksonville. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
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.