Huntington, WV → Johnson City, TN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Huntington to Johnson City

About 169 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,020–$3,010, delivery in 1–2 days, 35 carriers on the Huntington side and 93 in Johnson City.

169 miroad distance
3 h 37 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,020–$3,0102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Huntington, West Virginia
To: Johnson City, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 169 miles (143 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 37 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 93 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Johnson City → Huntington

Johnson City sits about 169 miles south of Huntington, which makes this an interstate relocation from West Virginia to Tennessee that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,020 to $3,010 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 37 min.

On the Huntington side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 of them authorized for interstate work), and 93 around Johnson City (59 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 Johnson City.

Huntington has a population of about 45,000 and Johnson City about 74,000. Huntington is considerably denser (2,888 people per square mile versus 1,633), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Huntington to Johnson City

Full-service estimate for 169 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,140	$1,390	$1,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,210	$1,480	$1,810
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,020	$2,470	$3,010
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,240	$3,950	$4,820
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,450	$5,430	$6,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$320–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,020–$3,010

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 Huntington (origin)

Reyburn'S Auto Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 447347
MC: 288128
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (304) 522-1171 Route Verify on FMCSA

McGee Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2549718
MC: 888099
Based in: Barboursville, WV 25504 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (304) 521-1455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Rite Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 63078
MC: 29666
Based in: Ashland, KY 41101 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (606) 325-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Rosco Linthicum

USDOT: 1439738
Based in: Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (304) 525-9596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Future Enterprises Corporation

USDOT: 587135
MC: 240681
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (304) 529-2360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chesapeake Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1338118
MC: 516102
Based in: Chesapeake, OH 45619 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (740) 894-7016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Time Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3741195
MC: 1324436
Based in: Huntington, WV 25704 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (304) 250-9990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sab Shippers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4260306
MC: 1652790
Based in: Wayne, WV 25570 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (304) 962-8018 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Huntington

Near Johnson City (destination)

Cox Disposal INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 701359
MC: 66967
Based in: Bluff City, TN 37618 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 16 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (423) 538-4104 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sheepdog Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Black Barn Farm LLC

USDOT: 3545701
MC: 136488
Based in: Elizabethton, TN 37643 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (772) 323-8127 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eastern Tennessee Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2382126
MC: 818191
Based in: Blountville, TN 37617 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (423) 612-3377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wcp Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 763762
MC: 343871
Based in: Gray, TN 37615 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (423) 232-0045 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri City Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1577982
MC: 598650
Based in: Kingsport, TN 37663 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (423) 279-1771 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olivers Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3981761
MC: 1491041
Based in: Elizabethton, TN 37643 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (423) 543-0028 Route Verify on FMCSA

J & L Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1411363
MC: 534652
Based in: Piney Flats, TN 37686 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (423) 946-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bennett'S Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bms Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 2917922
MC: 1072695
Based in: Elizabethton, TN 37643 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (423) 512-2850 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 93 movers in Johnson City

Tips for this move

Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.
Plan a first-night kit for Johnson City: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.

Near Huntington

Near Johnson City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Huntington to Johnson City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,140 to $1,690 for a studio, $1,210 to $1,810 for a one-bedroom, $2,020 to $3,010 for a two-bedroom, $3,240 to $4,820 for a three-bedroom and $4,450 to $6,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Johnson City from Huntington?

About 169 road miles (143 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 37 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 West Virginia 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 Huntington to Johnson City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $320 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Huntington–Johnson City corridor.