Clarksville, TN → Boulder, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Clarksville to Boulder

About 1,178 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,140–$7,650, delivery in 3–7 days, 82 carriers on the Clarksville side and 120 in Boulder.

1,178 miroad distance
21 h 1 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,140–$7,6502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Clarksville, Tennessee
To: Boulder, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,178 miles (998 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 1 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 82 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 120 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Boulder → Clarksville

Boulder sits about 1,178 miles west of Clarksville, which makes this an interstate relocation from Tennessee to Colorado that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,140 to $7,650 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 21 h 1 min.

On the Clarksville side there are 82 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (55 of them authorized for interstate work), and 120 around Boulder (30 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 Boulder.

Clarksville has a population of about 188,829 and Boulder about 105,689. Boulder is the denser city (4,116 people per square mile versus 1,677 in Clarksville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clarksville to Boulder

Full-service estimate for 1,178 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,060	$2,510	$3,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,080	$3,760	$4,590
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,140	$6,270	$7,650
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,220	$10,030	$12,240
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,310	$13,790	$16,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,660–$2,340

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

Portable container

$2,070–$3,050

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

Full-service mover

$5,140–$7,650

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 Clarksville (origin)

Thompson Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 36779
MC: 129283
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (931) 431-6659 Route Verify on FMCSA

Billionmiles Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4159106
MC: 1598048
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (931) 272-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

River City Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1607346
MC: 594425
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37042 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (931) 645-4475 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fry Faith Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1571241
MC: 582043
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37043 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (270) 906-3278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jh Transport INC

USDOT: 2281409
MC: 837257
Based in: Adams, TN 37010 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (615) 545-7570 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: James N Johnson

USDOT: 1298781
MC: 556949
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37042 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (615) 566-0497 Route Verify on FMCSA

4th Quarter Moving Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4th Quarter Moving Solutions LLC

USDOT: 3830482
MC: 1389348
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (931) 218-1788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mcr Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3935607
MC: 1460032
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (615) 354-7680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 82 movers in Clarksville

Near Boulder (destination)

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gmx Transline INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2560715
MC: 89066
Based in: Superior, CO 80027 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (303) 482-6223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insaf Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3771550
MC: 1346496
Based in: Westminster, CO 80023 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (720) 707-9195 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Boulder

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All My Sons Of Boulder LLC

USDOT: 2629937
MC: 915118
Based in: Broomfield, CO 80020 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanmoving Com

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Man & A Van Moving INC

USDOT: 1253812
MC: 491486
Based in: Broomfield, CO 80020 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (720) 651-8337 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulder All Star Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2842456
MC: 56178
Based in: Lafayette, CO 80026 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (303) 718-6355 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving Company 303 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3497243
MC: 1153031
Based in: Longmont, CO 80501 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Hero Haul

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Your Colorado Movers LLC

USDOT: 4342532
MC: 1696908
Based in: Arvada, CO 80007 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (888) 864-8394 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Boulder

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Boulder if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Clarksville to Boulder?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,060 to $3,060 for a studio, $3,080 to $4,590 for a one-bedroom, $5,140 to $7,650 for a two-bedroom, $8,220 to $12,240 for a three-bedroom and $11,310 to $16,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boulder from Clarksville?

About 1,178 road miles (998 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 1 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Tennessee into Colorado 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 Clarksville to Boulder?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,660 to $2,340 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,070 to $3,050. 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 Clarksville–Boulder corridor.