Suffolk, VA

Clarksville, TN → Suffolk, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Clarksville to Suffolk

About 700 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,880–$5,770, delivery in 2–5 days, 82 carriers on the Clarksville side and 101 in Suffolk.

  • 700 miroad distance
  • 12 h 46 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,880–$5,7702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 700 miles (594 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 46 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
82 (55 interstate)
Movers at destination
101 (62 interstate)

Reverse: Suffolk → Clarksville

The route from Clarksville, TN to Suffolk, VA covers roughly 700 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the 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 $3,880 to $5,770 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 12 h 46 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 101 around Suffolk (62 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 Suffolk.

Clarksville has a population of about 188,829 and Suffolk about 104,699. Clarksville is considerably denser (1,677 people per square mile versus 236), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clarksville to Suffolk

Full-service estimate for 700 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,550 $1,890 $2,310
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,330 $2,840 $3,460
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,880 $4,730 $5,770
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,210 $7,570 $9,230
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,530 $10,410 $12,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,020–$1,440

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

Portable container

$1,640–$2,420

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

Full-service mover

$3,880–$5,770

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

Moving cost calculator

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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

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

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

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

Jh Farms

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

Johnson Trucking

Licensed interstate
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

4th Quarter Moving Solutions

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

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

All 82 movers in Clarksville

Near Suffolk (destination)

Hampton Roads Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1581633
MC
585658
Based in
Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Dunston Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3487944
MC
1197065
Based in
Suffolk, VA 23434 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Caesar Pence LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3706951
MC
1299418
Based in
Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Fttcorp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3198730
MC
158206
Based in
Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Touch Of Heart Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3815877
MC
1378947
Based in
Chesapeake, VA 23321 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

J Wiggins & Sons Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2833489
MC
955317
Based in
Suffolk, VA 23434 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Ozone Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3512697
MC
1163242
Based in
Suffolk, VA 23434 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Yellow Dog Trucking Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3246793
MC
1020943
Based in
Chesapeake, VA 23321 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

All 101 movers in Suffolk

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,550 to $2,310 for a studio, $2,330 to $3,460 for a one-bedroom, $3,880 to $5,770 for a two-bedroom, $6,210 to $9,230 for a three-bedroom and $8,530 to $12,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Suffolk from Clarksville?

About 700 road miles (594 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 46 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 Tennessee into Virginia 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 Suffolk?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,020 to $1,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,640 to $2,420. 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–Suffolk corridor.