Bentonville, AR → Jonesboro, AR · Regional long-distance move
About 238 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,190–$3,260, delivery in 1–2 days, 57 carriers on the Bentonville side and 42 in Jonesboro.
The route from Bentonville, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers roughly 238 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.
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 $2,190 to $3,260 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 48 min.
On the Bentonville side there are 57 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (43 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Jonesboro (29 interstate). For an in-state 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 Jonesboro.
Bentonville has a population of about 60,000 and Jonesboro about 81,000. Bentonville is considerably denser (1,528 people per square mile versus 980), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,110 | $1,350 | $1,650 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,320 | $1,600 | $1,960 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,190 | $2,670 | $3,260 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,510 | $4,280 | $5,220 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,830 | $5,880 | $7,180 |
$390–$560
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,230–$1,810
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,190–$3,260
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Bentonville, AR → Jonesboro, AR. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Wal-Mart Transportation LLC
Legal name: R & R Packaging INC
Legal name: Tmt Arkansas INC
Legal name: B2 Delivery LLC
Legal name: 3 Cooper Farms INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,110 to $1,650 for a studio, $1,320 to $1,960 for a one-bedroom, $2,190 to $3,260 for a two-bedroom, $3,510 to $5,220 for a three-bedroom and $4,830 to $7,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 238 road miles (202 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 48 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.
No. Because both Bentonville and Jonesboro are in Arkansas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $390 to $560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,230 to $1,810. 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.
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 Bentonville–Jonesboro corridor.