Concord, NC → Chattanooga, TN · Regional long-distance move
About 308 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,580–$3,840, delivery in 1–3 days, 441 carriers on the Concord side and 241 in Chattanooga.
Chattanooga sits about 308 miles west of Concord, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina to Tennessee 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 $2,580 to $3,840 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 1 min.
On the Concord side there are 441 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (326 of them authorized for interstate work), and 241 around Chattanooga (155 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 Chattanooga.
Concord has a population of about 114,598 and Chattanooga about 194,144. Concord is considerably denser (1,657 people per square mile versus 1,272), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,180 | $1,440 | $1,760 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,550 | $1,890 | $2,310 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,580 | $3,150 | $3,840 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,130 | $5,040 | $6,150 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,680 | $6,930 | $8,450 |
$470–$660
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,290–$1,900
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,580–$3,840
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Concord, NC → Chattanooga, TN. 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: Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation
Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC
Legal name: Redwog LLC
Legal name: Nbf Charlotte LLC
Legal name: Fletcher Anneheim Dedicated Services LLC
Legal name: US Xpress INC
Legal name: Covenant Transport LLC
Legal name: Chattanooga 081 LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,550 to $2,310 for a one-bedroom, $2,580 to $3,840 for a two-bedroom, $4,130 to $6,150 for a three-bedroom and $5,680 to $8,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 308 road miles (261 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 1 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from North Carolina into Tennessee 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $660 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,290 to $1,900. 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 Concord–Chattanooga corridor.