Huntington, WV → Jonesboro, AR · Long-distance move

Movers from Huntington to Jonesboro

About 576 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,210–$4,780, delivery in 2–5 days, 35 carriers on the Huntington side and 42 in Jonesboro.

576 miroad distance
10 h 38 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,210–$4,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Huntington, West Virginia
To: Jonesboro, Arkansas
Road distance: ≈ 576 miles (488 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 38 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Jonesboro → Huntington

Jonesboro sits about 576 miles west of Huntington, which makes this an interstate relocation from West Virginia to Arkansas 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 $3,210 to $4,780 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 10 h 38 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 42 around Jonesboro (29 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 Jonesboro.

Huntington has a population of about 45,000 and Jonesboro about 81,000. Huntington is considerably denser (2,888 people per square mile versus 980), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Huntington to Jonesboro

Full-service estimate for 576 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,570	$1,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,930	$2,350	$2,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,210	$3,920	$4,780
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,140	$6,270	$7,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,070	$8,620	$10,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$890–$1,260

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

Portable container

$1,530–$2,260

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

Full-service mover

$3,210–$4,780

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 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 Jonesboro (destination)

Timmons Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 906107
MC: 392769
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 129 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (870) 275-7120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loggins Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 687249
MC: 319261
Based in: Lake City, AR 72437 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (870) 336-9042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stone Concepts L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2912340
MC: 1170005
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72404 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 203-6255 Route Verify on FMCSA

W L Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1376503
MC: 525505
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (870) 933-6236 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2919912
MC: 984411
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 761-9550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Childers Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694025
MC: 622049
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (870) 277-4745 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coco Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Cooper Farms INC

USDOT: 4243814
MC: 1643841
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (870) 897-1989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eddleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2011807
MC: 745116
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (870) 680-3023 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Jonesboro

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 Jonesboro 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 Huntington to Jonesboro?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,910 for a studio, $1,930 to $2,870 for a one-bedroom, $3,210 to $4,780 for a two-bedroom, $5,140 to $7,650 for a three-bedroom and $7,070 to $10,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jonesboro from Huntington?

About 576 road miles (488 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 38 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 West Virginia into Arkansas 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 Jonesboro?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $890 to $1,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,530 to $2,260. 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–Jonesboro corridor.