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Johnson City, TN → Augusta, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Johnson City to Augusta

About 244 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,370–$3,530, delivery in 1–2 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 200 in Augusta.

  • 244 miroad distance
  • 4 h 54 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,370–$3,5302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 244 miles (206 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 54 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
200 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Johnson City

Augusta sits about 244 miles south of Johnson City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Tennessee to Georgia 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 $2,370 to $3,530 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 4 h 54 min.

On the Johnson City side there are 93 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 200 around Augusta (127 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 Augusta.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Augusta about 201,999. Johnson City is considerably denser (1,633 people per square mile versus 668), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 244 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,190 $1,450 $1,770
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,420 $1,740 $2,120
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,370 $2,890 $3,530
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,800 $4,630 $5,650
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,220 $6,370 $7,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$400–$570

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

Portable container

$1,240–$1,820

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

Full-service mover

$2,370–$3,530

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Johnson City, TN → Augusta, GA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Johnson City (origin)

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

Near Augusta (destination)

Turner Transportation Specialists INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
627071
MC
141754
Based in
Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (706) 722-0478 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chancey'S Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
514650
MC
654579
Based in
Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (706) 796-1642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adsi Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
754250
MC
341078
Based in
Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (706) 793-0186 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckaugusta

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thompson & Webster LLC

USDOT
955615
MC
408946
Based in
Augusta, GA 30909 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (706) 364-1754 Route Verify on FMCSA

H & S Transfer Companyinc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
92748
MC
129267
Based in
Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (706) 722-7582 Route Verify on FMCSA

Time Transportation & Leasing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
387338
MC
220857
Based in
Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (706) 722-5448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Freight Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2174279
MC
869487
Based in
Hephzibah, GA 30815 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (706) 829-3538 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scotts Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4348219
MC
1699797
Based in
Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (706) 306-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 200 movers in Augusta

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,770 for a studio, $1,420 to $2,120 for a one-bedroom, $2,370 to $3,530 for a two-bedroom, $3,800 to $5,650 for a three-bedroom and $5,220 to $7,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Johnson City?

About 244 road miles (206 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 54 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 Tennessee into Georgia 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 Johnson City to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $400 to $570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,820. 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 Johnson City–Augusta corridor.