Clarksville, TN → Dayton, OH · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Clarksville to Dayton

About 331 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,630–$3,920, delivery in 1–3 days, 82 carriers on the Clarksville side and 349 in Dayton.

331 miroad distance
6 h 24 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,630–$3,9202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Clarksville, Tennessee
To: Dayton, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 331 miles (280 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 24 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 82 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 349 (240 interstate)

Reverse: Dayton → Clarksville

Dayton sits about 331 miles northeast of Clarksville, which makes this an interstate relocation from Tennessee to Ohio that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,630 to $3,920 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 24 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 349 around Dayton (240 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 Dayton.

Clarksville has a population of about 188,829 and Dayton about 136,688. Dayton is the denser city (2,467 people per square mile versus 1,677 in Clarksville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Ohio does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clarksville to Dayton

Full-service estimate for 331 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,580	$1,930	$2,350
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,630	$3,210	$3,920
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,210	$5,140	$6,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,800	$7,070	$8,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$490–$690

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

Portable container

$1,320–$1,930

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

Full-service mover

$2,630–$3,920

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

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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 Dayton (destination)

Dayton Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dayton Freight Lines INC

USDOT: 273301
MC: 189528
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,278 trucks, 2,650 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (937) 264-4060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lund'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3907195
MC: 1441220
Based in: Dayton, OH 45404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (740) 879-7707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delo Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782379
MC: 1354479
Based in: Dayton, OH 45403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 694-0602 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Expediting Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 389839
MC: 219871
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (937) 890-1524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Truckline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586880
MC: 906741
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45434 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (856) 652-4777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Williams Last Mile Home Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300780
MC: 1046882
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (937) 313-9096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordablemovers Biz LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3417348
MC: 1103694
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (513) 540-2488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gear Up Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4252976
MC: 1648837
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45431 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (860) 637-9870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Dayton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,580 to $2,350 for a one-bedroom, $2,630 to $3,920 for a two-bedroom, $4,210 to $6,270 for a three-bedroom and $5,800 to $8,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dayton from Clarksville?

About 331 road miles (280 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 24 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Ohio 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 Dayton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $490 to $690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,320 to $1,930. 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–Dayton corridor.