Clarksville, TN → Gilbert, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Clarksville to Gilbert

About 1,648 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,010–$8,930, delivery in 5–10 days, 82 carriers on the Clarksville side and 449 in Gilbert.

1,648 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,010–$8,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Clarksville, Tennessee
To: Gilbert, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,648 miles (1,396 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 82 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination: 449 (182 interstate)

Reverse: Gilbert → Clarksville

Moving from Clarksville to Gilbert is a cross-country move of roughly 1,648 road miles, heading west from Tennessee to Arizona.

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 $6,010 to $8,930 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

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 449 around Gilbert (182 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 Gilbert.

Clarksville has a population of about 188,829 and Gilbert about 287,285. Gilbert is the denser city (3,906 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 Arizona does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clarksville to Gilbert

Full-service estimate for 1,648 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,400	$2,930	$3,570
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,600	$4,390	$5,360
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,010	$7,320	$8,930
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,610	$11,720	$14,300
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,210	$16,110	$19,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,290–$3,240

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

Portable container

$2,490–$3,660

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

Full-service mover

$6,010–$8,930

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 Gilbert (destination)

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3162620
MC: 112279
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85296 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guru Harrai LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2510177
MC: 870556
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85298 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 421-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1329421
MC: 513718
Based in: Chandler, AZ 85225 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3338899
MC: 1067588
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85295 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawsaw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3084607
MC: 68588
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85210 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (480) 334-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Just-In Time Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Just-In Time Moving And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1759501
MC: 823394
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85205 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (480) 213-0395 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3915387
MC: 1446610
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85202 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glover'S Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Glovers Solutions INC

USDOT: 1341750
MC: 1818780
Based in: Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 701-2046 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 449 movers in Gilbert

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Gilbert accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,400 to $3,570 for a studio, $3,600 to $5,360 for a one-bedroom, $6,010 to $8,930 for a two-bedroom, $9,610 to $14,300 for a three-bedroom and $13,210 to $19,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Gilbert from Clarksville?

About 1,648 road miles (1,396 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arizona 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 Gilbert?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,290 to $3,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,490 to $3,660. 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–Gilbert corridor.