($469+) Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL Movers
Moving from Knoxville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL, runs anywhere from $425 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $8,673 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 547 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 1 to 6 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 $1,303, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $8,673 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,035 - $3,081, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $425 - $1,175.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Knoxville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,144 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 Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Moving options from Knoxville to Jacksonville 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 $2,144 - $5,566 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 60% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 547 miles and typically takes 1 to 6 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 547-mile route from Knoxville to Jacksonville, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,303 - $3,952 | $1,035 - $1,768 | $425 - $864 | $905 - $1,706 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,144 - $5,566 | $1,326 - $2,592 | $477 - $935 | $1,041 - $1,954 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,199 - $8,673 | $1,715 - $3,081 | $601 - $1,175 | $1,413 - $2,516 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Hiring full-service movers from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jacksonville, Florida, costs between $1,303 and $8,673. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 547-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $281 - $1,872, 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 Knoxville and Jacksonville. For a rough baseline, movers based in Knoxville tend to start around $170 plus $113/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 Knoxville to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,303 - $3,952
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,144 - $5,566
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,199 - $8,673
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 Knoxville to Jacksonville.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Tennessee to Florida. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
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 Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Specialty needs vary by market — 67% of Knoxville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Jacksonville, 75% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $468 - $4,680 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready67% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $187 - $1,123/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $281 - $2,246 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs67% of local movers | $936 - $2,808 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,340 - $9,360 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $701 - $1,332 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items22% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $936 - $2,340 |
| Piano | Any piano type67% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Gouffon Moving & Storage | $749 - $3,276 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling | $281 - $1,404 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect22% nationallyTop pick: | $608 - $1,872 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $281 - $14,040+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $281 - $3,276+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Knoxville to Jacksonville?
Look for Professional Movers Association of Florida membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Florida beyond this list.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Knoxville, TN. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Moving containers from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jacksonville, Florida, cost between $1,035 and $3,081. 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 Jacksonville. If you go over that window, storage in Knoxville adds around $60/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Knoxville to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,035 - $1,768
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,326 - $2,592
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,715 - $3,081
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $70 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $140 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 $655 in Knoxville, TN. 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Tennessee to Florida 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 $1,035. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,326 - $2,592, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Knoxville to Jacksonville?
- 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 Knoxville 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 Knoxville:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.7/5), 10 years in business
- Gouffon Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 139 years in business
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.4/5), 27 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
A rental truck for this 547-mile move from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jacksonville, Florida, costs between $425 and $1,175. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $163 - $186
- Daily insurance: $28/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
- Knoxville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79
| 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 Knoxville to Jacksonville based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $425 - $864
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $477 - $935
- 4+ bedrooms: $601 - $1,175
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Knoxville to Jacksonville starts at $425 - $1,175, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($163 - $186) , overnight lodging ($140/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $140 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 $61 and $304 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $163 - $186 in fuel for the 547-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $655 in Knoxville, Tennessee, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Knoxville to Jacksonville?
- 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 Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
For larger DIY moves from Knoxville, Tennessee, 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 Jacksonville, Florida.
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 $1,041 and $1,954.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Knoxville to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $905 - $1,706
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,041 - $1,954
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,413 - $2,516
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $70 - $140 to your final bill.
- Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
- Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Knoxville, Tennessee, typically costs $655.
What are the best freight companies from Knoxville to Jacksonville?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- Hittman Transport Services, Inc. (4.26/5 stars): Hittman Transport Services, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
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: Knoxville, TN vs Jacksonville, FL
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Knoxville and Jacksonville to plan around. Cost of living index: 92 vs. 96. Average rent: $1,795/mo vs. $1,520/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 31 vs. 26. Safety index: 57.46 vs. 43.62.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Jacksonville, FL to Knoxville, TN guide.
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Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Knoxville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,303 - $8,673 on the 547-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,035 - $3,081 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $425 - $1,175 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,144 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include FIS and Southeastern Grocers.
FAQs: Moving from Knoxville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL
How long does a move from Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, 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 are the best neighborhoods in Jacksonville?
For families, Beacon Hills & Harbour, Deercreek, and Oceanway are worth a look in Jacksonville. If you're moving solo or without kids, Riverside, Brooklyn, and Baymeadows tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from Knoxville, TN to Jacksonville, FL?
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 $477 - $935. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Jacksonville a safe place to live?
Jacksonville has a safety index of 43.62 out of 100 and a crime index of 56.38, compared to 57.46 and 42.54 in Knoxville. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
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 percentage of Knoxville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 67% of movers in Knoxville handle piano moves, and 22% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
