Chattanooga, TN

Frederick, MD → Chattanooga, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Frederick to Chattanooga

About 620 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,770–$5,610, delivery in 2–5 days, 300 carriers on the Frederick side and 241 in Chattanooga.

  • 620 miroad distance
  • 11 h 23 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,770–$5,6102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 620 miles (526 straight-line)
Drive time
11 h 23 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
300 (201 interstate)
Movers at destination
241 (155 interstate)

Reverse: Chattanooga → Frederick

Chattanooga sits about 620 miles southwest of Frederick, which makes this an interstate relocation from Maryland 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 $3,770 to $5,610 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 11 h 23 min.

On the Frederick side there are 300 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (201 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.

Frederick has a population of about 85,000 and Chattanooga about 194,144. Frederick is considerably denser (3,262 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. Labor and living costs run lower in Tennessee than in Maryland, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Frederick to Chattanooga

Full-service estimate for 620 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,510 $1,840 $2,240
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,260 $2,760 $3,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,770 $4,600 $5,610
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,040 $7,360 $8,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,300 $10,120 $12,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$940–$1,320

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

Portable container

$1,570–$2,310

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

Full-service mover

$3,770–$5,610

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

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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 Frederick (origin)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2779557
MC
936752
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Service Master

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1022130
MC
664497
Based in
Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1063127
MC
915561
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1500152
MC
1089742
Based in
Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
441070
MC
241863
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1131819
MC
460859
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8211973
MC
88161384
Based in
New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4229009
MC
1635825
Based in
Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 300 movers in Frederick

Near Chattanooga (destination)

US Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
303024
MC
188121
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37421 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4,953 trucks, 5,412 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Covenant Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
273818
MC
188102
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37419 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
816 trucks, 1,741 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

Tranco Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
646416
MC
301265
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37421 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
98 trucks, 113 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Ash Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2014429
MC
709527
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37410 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Eagle Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1400069
MC
587359
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37416 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Bullins Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
545382
MC
299062
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37416 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2255276
MC
769528
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37406 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

1up Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2801891
MC
936054
Based in
Chattanooga, TN 37406 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 241 movers in Chattanooga

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frederick to Chattanooga?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,510 to $2,240 for a studio, $2,260 to $3,370 for a one-bedroom, $3,770 to $5,610 for a two-bedroom, $6,040 to $8,980 for a three-bedroom and $8,300 to $12,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chattanooga from Frederick?

About 620 road miles (526 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 23 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 Maryland 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 Frederick to Chattanooga?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $940 to $1,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,570 to $2,310. 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 Frederick–Chattanooga corridor.