($441+) Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL Movers
Moving from Nashville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL, runs anywhere from $441 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,624 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 593 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 $1,317, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,624 or more.
- Moving containers run $949 - $3,209, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $441 - $1,143.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Nashville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,198 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 Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Moving options from Nashville 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 $2,198 - $5,381 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 45% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 78% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 593 miles and typically takes 1 to 6 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 593-mile route from Nashville to Jacksonville, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,317 - $3,868, container $949 - $1,833, rental truck $441 - $798, freight trailer $846 - $1,492.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $2,198 - $5,381, container $1,205 - $2,533, rental truck $481 - $1,016, freight trailer $1,003 - $1,950.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $3,850 - $7,624, container $1,608 - $3,209, rental truck $618 - $1,143, freight trailer $1,393 - $2,368.
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 Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Hiring full-service movers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Jacksonville, Florida, costs between $1,317 and $7,624. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 593-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $304 - $2,028, 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 Nashville and Jacksonville. For a rough baseline, movers based in Nashville tend to start around $275 plus $120/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 Nashville to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,317 - $3,868
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,198 - $5,381
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,850 - $7,624
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 Nashville to Jacksonville.
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 Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Nashville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Jacksonville, 66% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing78% of local movers | $507 - $5,070 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready56% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $203 - $1,217/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $304 - $2,434 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage10% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs53% of local movers | $1,014 - $3,042 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,535 - $10,140 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $759 - $1,443 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items23% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $1,014 - $2,535 |
| Piano | Any piano type49% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $811 - $3,549 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling9% of local movers | $304 - $1,521 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect11% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $659 - $2,028 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $304 - $15,210+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $304 - $3,549+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Nashville 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 Nashville, 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 Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
Moving containers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Jacksonville, Florida, cost between $949 and $3,209. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Nashville typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Nashville to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $949 - $1,833
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,205 - $2,533
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,608 - $3,209
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 $710 in Nashville, TN. 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 $76 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $152 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 Jacksonville, FL, destination before booking.
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 $949. 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 $1,205 - $2,533.
What are the best moving containers Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville:
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.7/5), 15 years in business
- Good Guys Moving & Delivery (4.7/5), 13 years in business
- All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.5/5), 27 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
A rental truck for this 593-mile move from Nashville, Tennessee, to Jacksonville, Florida, costs between $441 and $1,143. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $191 - $219
- Daily insurance: $30/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
- Nashville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $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 Nashville to Jacksonville based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $441 - $798
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $481 - $1,016
- 4+ bedrooms: $618 - $1,143
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $441 - $1,143 does not include fuel ($191 - $219), lodging ($152/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Nashville to Jacksonville typically runs more than the base rate alone, with meals, equipment, and other extras adding roughly $600 - $1,200 on top of fuel and lodging.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $76 and $355.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $152.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $191 and $219 for the 593-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $710 for 2 movers in Nashville, Tennessee, for about 5 hours.
- Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Nashville 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 Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL
If you're moving a larger household from Nashville, Tennessee, 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 $1,003 and $1,950.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Nashville to Jacksonville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $846 - $1,492
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,003 - $1,950
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,393 - $2,368
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?
- 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 Nashville, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $710.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $76 and $152 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Nashville to Jacksonville?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
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 Jacksonville 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: Nashville, TN vs Jacksonville, FL
Day-to-day costs in Jacksonville are close to what you're used to in Nashville: cost of living index of 96 versus 105, with average rent of $1,520/mo compared to $1,971/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 96/100 and 50.9/100 in Nashville versus 26/100 and 43.62/100 in Jacksonville.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Jacksonville, FL to Nashville, TN guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from Tennessee to Florida, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. Tennessee alone has 213 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 593-mile move like this one.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 593-mile route from Nashville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL, run $1,317 - $7,624 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $949 - $3,209, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $441 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,198, 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 FIS and Southeastern Grocers.
FAQs: Moving from Nashville, TN, to Jacksonville, FL
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 Nashville, 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 $481 - $1,016. 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 50.9 and 49.1 in Nashville. 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 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 Nashville, TN to Jacksonville, FL?
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. Florida also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What percentage of Nashville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 49% of movers in Nashville handle piano moves, and 23% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.