Farmington, NM → Memphis, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Farmington to Memphis

About 1,208 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,860–$7,220, delivery in 3–7 days, 18 carriers on the Farmington side and 534 in Memphis.

1,208 miroad distance
21 h 32 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,860–$7,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Farmington, New Mexico
To: Memphis, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 1,208 miles (1,024 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 32 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 18 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination: 534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Farmington

Moving from Farmington to Memphis is a long-distance move of roughly 1,208 road miles, heading east from New Mexico 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 $4,860 to $7,220 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 21 h 32 min.

On the Farmington side there are 18 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 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.

Farmington has a population of about 46,000 and Memphis about 609,647. Memphis is the denser city (2,132 people per square mile versus 1,353 in Farmington), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Farmington to Memphis

Full-service estimate for 1,208 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,940	$2,370	$2,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,910	$3,550	$4,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,860	$5,920	$7,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,770	$9,480	$11,560
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,680	$13,030	$15,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,690–$2,390

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

Portable container

$2,100–$3,090

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

Full-service mover

$4,860–$7,220

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 Farmington (origin)

Real Mojo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3407421
MC: 1097825
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (505) 947-0874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Desert Wind Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: James Earnest Crawley Sr

USDOT: 1547269
MC: 575049
Based in: Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (505) 328-1270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Throttle Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4113688
MC: 1571779
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (505) 787-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mi-Box

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jumbo INC

USDOT: 2197486
MC: 762577
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (505) 860-4837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Somethin LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4345820
MC: 1698556
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (917) 538-5809 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crazy Jjj'S Hot Shot Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1043152
MC: 436625
Based in: Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (505) 486-4820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray Bradshaw Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ray Bradshaw

USDOT: 602854
MC: 475333
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (505) 333-7344 Route Verify on FMCSA

McAdam Service & Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1088138
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (505) 327-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 18 movers in Farmington

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

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.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Farmington to Memphis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,940 to $2,890 for a studio, $2,910 to $4,330 for a one-bedroom, $4,860 to $7,220 for a two-bedroom, $7,770 to $11,560 for a three-bedroom and $10,680 to $15,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Farmington?

About 1,208 road miles (1,024 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 32 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 New Mexico 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 Farmington to Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,690 to $2,390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,100 to $3,090. 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 Farmington–Memphis corridor.