Corpus Christi, TX → Memphis, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Corpus Christi to Memphis

About 781 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,940–$5,860, delivery in 2–5 days, 98 carriers on the Corpus Christi side and 534 in Memphis.

781 miroad distance
14 h 10 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,940–$5,8602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Corpus Christi, Texas
To: Memphis, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 781 miles (662 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 10 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Corpus Christi

Memphis sits about 781 miles northeast of Corpus Christi, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Tennessee 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 $3,940 to $5,860 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 14 h 10 min.

On the Corpus Christi side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 of them authorized for interstate work), and 534 around Memphis (397 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 Memphis.

Corpus Christi has a population of about 317,247 and Memphis about 609,647. The two cities have comparable density (1,960 and 2,132 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Corpus Christi to Memphis

Full-service estimate for 781 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,570	$1,920	$2,340
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,360	$2,880	$3,510
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,940	$4,800	$5,860
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,300	$7,680	$9,370
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,660	$10,560	$12,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,100–$1,560

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

Portable container

$1,720–$2,530

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

Full-service mover

$3,940–$5,860

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Corpus Christi (origin)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Corpus Christi LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1645783
MC: 733947
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (361) 883-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4370349
MC: 1711605
Based in: Portland, TX 78374 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (469) 732-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Notch Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2547963
MC: 90025
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (361) 854-7232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom Life Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3383345
MC: 1086221
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 558-3079 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Move In Texas

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Corpus Christi Transfer Co

USDOT: 136463
MC: 69361
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (361) 883-4391 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & Lulu Logistics

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Lulu Trade LLC

USDOT: 4250863
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (361) 396-8151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chilly'S Affordable & Reliable Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Henry Lewis

USDOT: 2820714
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Bomy Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4244834
MC: 1644458
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (910) 977-1916 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Corpus Christi

Near Memphis (destination)

Jit-Ex

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jit - Ex LLC

USDOT: 974027
MC: 415618
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 277 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (901) 367-7405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 253615
MC: 179963
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (901) 942-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooper Air Freight Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 182466
MC: 148364
Based in: Memphis, TN 38106 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (901) 775-5007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cn Transportation Limited

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1627098
MC: 600399
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (901) 482-6680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Graham Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 744970
MC: 382262
Based in: Nesbit, MS 38651 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (662) 449-8367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynavia Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4241252
MC: 1642490
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (833) 374-3629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nale Logistics & Expedite LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2286796
MC: 781041
Based in: Memphis, TN 38118 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid South Food Bank

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 505050
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (901) 373-0437 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 534 movers in Memphis

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
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 Memphis if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Corpus Christi to Memphis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,340 for a studio, $2,360 to $3,510 for a one-bedroom, $3,940 to $5,860 for a two-bedroom, $6,300 to $9,370 for a three-bedroom and $8,660 to $12,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Corpus Christi?

About 781 road miles (662 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 10 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 Texas 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Corpus Christi to Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,100 to $1,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,720 to $2,530. 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 Corpus Christi–Memphis corridor.