($284+) Augusta, GA to Jacksonville, FL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Augusta, GA to Jacksonville, FL

For the 257-mile move from Augusta, Georgia, to Jacksonville, Florida, full-service movers cost between $1,001 and $5,699. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $259 - $1,728 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Augusta generally start around $365 plus $95 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,001 - $3,531
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,540 - $4,372
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,995 - $5,699

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 Augusta to Jacksonville.

Specialty moving services from Augusta, GA to Jacksonville, FL

Specialty needs vary by market: 58% of Augusta movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jacksonville, 66% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Florida are typically members of the Professional Movers Association of Florida, 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 Augusta, GA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Augusta to Jacksonville with a local mover averages $1,540 - $4,372. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Augusta, GA often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Augusta, GA to Jacksonville, FL

Moving containers from Augusta, Georgia, to Jacksonville, Florida, cost between $838 and $2,662. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Augusta costs roughly $50/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $838 - $1,432
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,029 - $2,027
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,329 - $2,662

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $65 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $130 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Jacksonville, FL, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $605 in Augusta, GA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Augusta to Jacksonville?

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 Augusta, GA to Jacksonville, FL

Truck rentals from Augusta, Georgia, to Jacksonville, Florida, range from $284 - $751 for the 257-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $71 - $81
• Daily insurance: $26/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $17
• Augusta daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $284 - $523
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $302 - $626
• 4+ bedrooms: $385 - $751

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $71 - $81 for the 257-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 Augusta, Georgia, for about 5 hours typically costs around $605.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 257-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $130 per night, adding $259 - $389 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $43 and $259.

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

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 Augusta, GA to Jacksonville, FL

If you're moving a larger household from Augusta, Georgia, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Jacksonville, Florida.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $875 and $1,653.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $740 - $1,354
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $875 - $1,653
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,108 - $1,968

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Augusta, Georgia, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $605.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $65 and $130 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Augusta to Jacksonville?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Augusta, GA vs Jacksonville, FL

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

For a move from Augusta, GA, to Jacksonville, FL, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,001 for a studio to $5,699 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 257-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $838 - $2,662. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $284 - $751, 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 $1,540 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 FIS and Southeastern Grocers.