Hillsboro, OR → Chattanooga, TN · Cross-country move

Movers from Hillsboro to Chattanooga

About 2,467 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,500–$11,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 165 carriers on the Hillsboro side and 241 in Chattanooga.

2,467 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,500–$11,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hillsboro, Oregon
To: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 2,467 miles (2,091 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 165 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination: 241 (155 interstate)

Reverse: Chattanooga → Hillsboro

Moving from Hillsboro to Chattanooga is a cross-country move of roughly 2,467 road miles, heading east from Oregon 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 $7,500 to $11,160 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the Hillsboro side there are 165 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 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.

Hillsboro has a population of about 111,126 and Chattanooga about 194,144. Hillsboro is considerably denser (4,142 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 Oregon, 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 Hillsboro to Chattanooga

Full-service estimate for 2,467 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,000	$3,660	$4,460
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,500	$5,490	$6,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,500	$9,150	$11,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,000	$14,630	$17,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,500	$20,120	$24,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,430–$4,850

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

Portable container

$3,220–$4,740

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

Full-service mover

$7,500–$11,160

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 Hillsboro (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4282676
MC: 1665063
Based in: Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terminal Transfer INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 59571
MC: 115767
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (503) 445-6892 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Truck Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ps Trucking INC

USDOT: 524115
MC: 278091
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 21 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (503) 224-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truck Source Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3127725
MC: 91424
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (503) 240-2770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pdx Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2353055
MC: 869184
Based in: Tualatin, OR 97062 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

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Rose City Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rose City Moving & Storage Company

USDOT: 295098
MC: 185266
Based in: Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (503) 285-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Premium Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2033832
MC: 783862
Based in: Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (360) 433-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgetown Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bridgetown Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 2318726
MC: 7797
Based in: Portland, OR 97210 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (503) 664-4477 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 165 movers in Hillsboro

Near Chattanooga (destination)

US Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: US Xpress INC

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

Call (423) 510-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Covenant Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Covenant Transport LLC

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

Call (423) 463-3473 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (423) 822-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

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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

Call (423) 485-8619 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (423) 421-0399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chattanooga 081 LLC

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

Call (423) 893-3450 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (423) 661-3791 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 241 movers in Chattanooga

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Chattanooga accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,000 to $4,460 for a studio, $4,500 to $6,700 for a one-bedroom, $7,500 to $11,160 for a two-bedroom, $12,000 to $17,850 for a three-bedroom and $16,500 to $24,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chattanooga from Hillsboro?

About 2,467 road miles (2,091 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon 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 Hillsboro to Chattanooga?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,430 to $4,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,220 to $4,740. 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 Hillsboro–Chattanooga corridor.