Jackson, WY → Chattanooga, TN · Cross-country move

Movers from Jackson to Chattanooga

About 1,742 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,030–$8,970, delivery in 5–10 days, 18 carriers on the Jackson side and 241 in Chattanooga.

1,742 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,030–$8,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jackson, Wyoming
To: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 1,742 miles (1,476 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 18 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination: 241 (155 interstate)

Reverse: Chattanooga → Jackson

Chattanooga sits about 1,742 miles east of Jackson, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wyoming to Tennessee that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,030 to $8,970 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Jackson side there are 18 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 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.

Jackson has a population of about 11,000 and Chattanooga about 194,144. Jackson is considerably denser (3,634 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.

Cost of moving from Jackson to Chattanooga

Full-service estimate for 1,742 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,410	$2,940	$3,590
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,620	$4,410	$5,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,030	$7,350	$8,970
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,640	$11,760	$14,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,260	$16,170	$19,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,390–$3,370

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

Portable container

$2,570–$3,790

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

Full-service mover

$6,030–$8,970

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Jackson (origin)

Duffel Donkey LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2638601
MC: 899603
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (307) 203-0747 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teton Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Teton Movers LLC

USDOT: 3865827
MC: 1413762
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (307) 413-8544 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gw Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 4505045
MC: 426990
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (307) 739-8553 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1283332
MC: 620946
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 733-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Teton Art Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2973688
MC: 783146
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 413-3312 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crate N' Freight LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2211559
MC: 769598
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (307) 733-1369 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guilty Dog Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Erbe & Huyffer INC

USDOT: 2574543
MC: 900284
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (307) 690-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Lift Things LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3741616
MC: 1324713
Based in: Jackson, WY 83001 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (307) 690-6704 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 18 movers in Jackson

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

Route Verify on FMCSA

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

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.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,410 to $3,590 for a studio, $3,620 to $5,380 for a one-bedroom, $6,030 to $8,970 for a two-bedroom, $9,640 to $14,350 for a three-bedroom and $13,260 to $19,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chattanooga from Jackson?

About 1,742 road miles (1,476 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Wyoming 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 Jackson to Chattanooga?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,390 to $3,370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,570 to $3,790. 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 Jackson–Chattanooga corridor.