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El Paso, TX → Knoxville, TN · Cross-country move

Movers from El Paso to Knoxville

About 1,554 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,740–$8,540, delivery in 5–10 days, 360 carriers on the El Paso side and 229 in Knoxville.

  • 1,554 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,740–$8,5402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,554 miles (1,317 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
360 (263 interstate)
Movers at destination
229 (129 interstate)

Reverse: Knoxville → El Paso

Moving from El Paso to Knoxville is a cross-country move of roughly 1,554 road miles, heading east from Texas to Tennessee.

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 $5,740 to $8,540 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 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the El Paso side there are 360 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (263 of them authorized for interstate work), and 229 around Knoxville (129 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 Knoxville.

El Paso has a population of about 683,012 and Knoxville about 202,021. El Paso is considerably denser (2,627 people per square mile versus 1,933), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from El Paso to Knoxville

Full-service estimate for 1,554 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,300 $2,800 $3,420
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,440 $4,200 $5,120
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,740 $7,000 $8,540
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,180 $11,200 $13,660
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,630 $15,400 $18,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,200–$3,100

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

Portable container

$2,410–$3,540

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

Full-service mover

$5,740–$8,540

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

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Distance is pre-filled for El Paso, TX → Knoxville, TN. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 El Paso (origin)

Erives Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1807687
MC
657011
Based in
El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
420 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (915) 881-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2257332
MC
770314
Based in
El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
91 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (915) 772-7965 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gx3 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3214549
MC
1004644
Based in
Canutillo, TX 79835 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
78 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (915) 222-8101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priority Freight Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gerardo Ortiz Priority Freight Lines INC

USDOT
998388
MC
419934
Based in
El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (915) 594-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

J J A Munoz Dist

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J J A Munoz Dist INC

USDOT
820957
MC
361633
Based in
El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (915) 858-4660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agr Logistic Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3522507
MC
1385704
Based in
El Paso, TX 79911 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (575) 200-0222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jpn Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3536550
MC
1179245
Based in
El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (915) 491-8297 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lechuga Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2364352
MC
810519
Based in
El Paso, TX 79922 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (915) 253-6201 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 360 movers in El Paso

Near Knoxville (destination)

Tld Logistics Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1820774
MC
658802
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37932 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
495 trucks, 415 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (865) 539-1285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primeturbo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3612859
MC
1231221
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37931 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (646) 270-5441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jim'S Garage & Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jims Garage & Wrecker Service LLC

USDOT
491039
MC
443902
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37919 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (865) 588-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gouffon Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
553340
MC
273542
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37921 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (865) 584-8545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rowe Transfer INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1079919
MC
448775
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37914 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (865) 523-0421 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fox Moving And Storage Of East Tennessee LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2500143
MC
866796
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37921 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (865) 437-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emerald Home Furnishings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hackney Home Furnishings INC

USDOT
329373
MC
476934
Based in
Louisville, TN 37777 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (865) 982-5040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brabston INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1736945
MC
636216
Based in
Knoxville, TN 37924 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (865) 500-7002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Knoxville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from El Paso to Knoxville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,420 for a studio, $3,440 to $5,120 for a one-bedroom, $5,740 to $8,540 for a two-bedroom, $9,180 to $13,660 for a three-bedroom and $12,630 to $18,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Knoxville from El Paso?

About 1,554 road miles (1,317 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 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 El Paso to Knoxville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,200 to $3,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,410 to $3,540. 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 El Paso–Knoxville corridor.