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Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to Tulsa, OK, runs anywhere from $774 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,693 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 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 $1,896, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $7,693 or more.
  • Moving containers run $1,250 - $4,214, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $774 - $2,007.
  • 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 $2,482 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.

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. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,482 - $5,868 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 1,135-mile route typically takes 2 to 8 days door to door.

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 Full-service movers Moving container Rental truck Freight trailer
Studio / 1 bedroom $1,896 - $4,759 $1,250 - $2,408 $774 - $1,386 $1,102 - $2,083
2 - 3 bedrooms $2,482 - $5,868 $1,725 - $3,255 $836 - $1,700 $1,341 - $2,630
4+ bedrooms $3,877 - $7,693 $2,244 - $4,214 $1,050 - $2,007 $1,849 - $3,372

Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.

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Full-service moving costs from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK

Hiring full-service movers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, costs between $1,896 and $7,693. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,135-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $275 - $1,832, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Jacksonville and Tulsa. For a rough baseline, movers based in Jacksonville tend to start around $220 plus $95/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,896 - $4,759
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,482 - $5,868
  • 4+ bedrooms: $3,877 - $7,693

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.

The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Florida to Oklahoma. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.

Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.

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Specialty moving services from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK

Specialty needs vary by market — 75% of Jacksonville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tulsa, 88% of movers offer the same service.

Service When you need it Typical cost
Full packingFull crew packing100% of local movers$458 - $4,580
Storage in transitNew place not ready75% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Flex Moving & Storage$183 - $1,099/mo
Shuttle feeTruck can't reach door$275 - $2,198
Full-value protectionMore than $0.60/lb coverage7% of local movers$300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value)
Small movesUnder ~2,000 lbs61% of local movers$916 - $2,748
Office / commercialWorkplace relocation$2,290 - $9,160
Car shippingSecond vehicle$686 - $1,303
Antiques & fine artFragile, high-value items25% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Helping Hands Express Moving & Storage$916 - $2,290
PianoAny piano type68% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Royal Moving and Storage$733 - $3,206
Pool tableDisassembly & re-leveling18% of local movers$275 - $1,374
Hot tubHeavy, needs disconnect14% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Premier Movers$595 - $1,832
Wine collectionClimate-controlled transport$275 - $13,740+
Pet relocationGround, air, or concierge$275 - $3,206+

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

Oklahoma Trucking Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Oklahoma, on top of the picks below.

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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 carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Jacksonville, FL. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.

Moving container costs from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK

Moving containers from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, cost between $1,250 and $4,214. 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: $1,250 - $2,408
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,725 - $3,255
  • 4+ bedrooms: $2,244 - $4,214

What other costs come with moving containers?

  • Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $641 in Jacksonville, FL. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
  • Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
  • Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $69 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $137 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
  • Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Tulsa, OK, destination before booking.

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 $1,250. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,725 - $3,255, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.

What are the best moving containers Jacksonville to Tulsa?

  1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
  2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
  3. 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
  • Royal Moving and Storage (4.8/5), 41 years in business
  • Stewart Moving & Storage (4.9/5), 32 years in business

Moving truck rental costs from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK

Renting a moving truck for the 1,135-mile move from Jacksonville, Florida, to Tulsa, Oklahoma, costs between $774 and $2,007, before these typical add-ons:

  • 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 sizeTypical truck size
Studio / 1 bedroom10 - 12 ft
2 - 3 bedrooms15 - 17 ft
4+ bedrooms20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel)

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $774 - $1,386
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $836 - $1,700
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,050 - $2,007

Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $774 - $2,007 does not include fuel ($331 - $378) , lodging ($137/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Jacksonville to Tulsa typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.

What other costs come with rental trucks?

  • Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $137 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 $60 and $298 to your total.
  • Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
  • Gas: Plan on spending $331 - $378 in fuel for the 1,135-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
  • Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $641 in Jacksonville, Florida, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

  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 Tulsa, OK

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 Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,341 and $2,630.

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

  • Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,102 - $2,083
  • 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,341 - $2,630
  • 4+ bedrooms: $1,849 - $3,372

Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.

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 $69 - $137 more per foot.
  • Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Jacksonville, Florida, for about five hours typically runs $641.

What are the best freight companies from Jacksonville to Tulsa?

  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.
  3. Landstar Ranger, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): Landstar Ranger, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Tulsa quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.

Cost of living: Jacksonville, FL vs Tulsa, OK

Day-to-day costs in Tulsa are close to what you're used to in Jacksonville: cost of living index of 85 versus 96, with average rent of $1,199/mo compared to $1,520/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 26/100 and 43.62/100 in Jacksonville versus 39/100 and 48.06/100 in Tulsa.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Tulsa, OK to Jacksonville, FL guide.

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Our take

Full-service movers on the 1,135-mile route from Jacksonville, FL, to Tulsa, OK, run $1,896 - $7,693 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,250 - $4,214, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $774 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,482, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Imperial and Hilti.

FAQs: Moving from Jacksonville, FL, to Tulsa, OK

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.

What is the cheapest way to move from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK?

Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $836 - $1,700. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.

How much does it cost to move from Jacksonville, FL to Tulsa, OK?

Costs on this route range from around $1,896 to $7,693, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $1,896 and $7,693, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.

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 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.

What do local movers charge in Jacksonville?

Local movers based in Jacksonville typically start around $220 as a base rate, plus $95/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Tulsa run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.

What percentage of Jacksonville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?

About 68% of movers in Jacksonville handle piano moves, and 25% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.