Memphis, TN

Baltimore, MD → Memphis, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Baltimore to Memphis

About 931 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,560–$6,790, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,335 carriers on the Baltimore side and 534 in Memphis.

  • 931 miroad distance
  • 16 h 45 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,560–$6,7902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 931 miles (789 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 45 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,335 (786 interstate)
Movers at destination
534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Baltimore

Moving from Baltimore to Memphis is a long-distance move of roughly 931 road miles, heading west from Maryland to Tennessee.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,560 to $6,790 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 16 h 45 min.

On the Baltimore side there are 1,335 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (786 of them authorized for interstate work), and 534 around Memphis (397 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Memphis.

Baltimore has a population of about 569,997 and Memphis about 609,647. Baltimore is considerably denser (7,240 people per square mile versus 2,132), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Tennessee than in Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Baltimore to Memphis

Full-service estimate for 931 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,830 $2,230 $2,720
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,740 $3,340 $4,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,560 $5,560 $6,790
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,300 $8,900 $10,860
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,040 $12,240 $14,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,410–$1,990

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,850–$2,720

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,560–$6,790

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Baltimore (origin)

Cowan Intermodal Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
215194
MC
155424
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
239 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Baltimore Tank Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
84666
MC
118899
Based in
Glen Burnie, MD 21061 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Giant Food

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
110018
MC
170440
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
121 trucks, 282 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cowan Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
917652
MC
396918
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Flicks Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3046843
MC
47885
Based in
Rosedale, MD 21237 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Azt Autos LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2932214
MC
990235
Based in
Owings Mills, MD 21117 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Lancaster Foods LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
328357
MC
511503
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Atlantic Nationwide Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
582826
MC
280577
Based in
Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 1,335 movers in Baltimore

Near Memphis (destination)

Jit-Ex

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
974027
MC
415618
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
277 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Empire Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
253615
MC
179963
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Cooper Air Freight Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
182466
MC
148364
Based in
Memphis, TN 38106 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cn Transportation Limited

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1627098
MC
600399
Based in
Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Graham Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
744970
MC
382262
Based in
Nesbit, MS 38651 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Dynavia Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4241252
MC
1642490
Based in
Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Nale Logistics & Expedite LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2286796
MC
781041
Based in
Memphis, TN 38118 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Mid South Food Bank

Interstate carrier
USDOT
505050
Based in
Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

All 534 movers in Memphis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Baltimore to Memphis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,830 to $2,720 for a studio, $2,740 to $4,070 for a one-bedroom, $4,560 to $6,790 for a two-bedroom, $7,300 to $10,860 for a three-bedroom and $10,040 to $14,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Baltimore?

About 931 road miles (789 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 45 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Maryland into Tennessee makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Baltimore to Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,410 to $1,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,850 to $2,720. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Baltimore–Memphis corridor.