Johnson City, TN → Binghamton, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Johnson City to Binghamton

About 622 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,000–$5,950, delivery in 2–5 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 77 in Binghamton.

622 miroad distance
11 h 25 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,000–$5,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Johnson City, Tennessee
To: Binghamton, New York
Road distance: ≈ 622 miles (527 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 25 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 77 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Binghamton → Johnson City

The route from Johnson City, TN to Binghamton, NY covers roughly 622 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,000 to $5,950 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 11 h 25 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 77 around Binghamton (33 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 Binghamton.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Binghamton about 47,000. Binghamton is the denser city (4,578 people per square mile versus 1,633 in Johnson City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Binghamton

Full-service estimate for 622 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,600	$1,950	$2,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,400	$2,930	$3,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,000	$4,880	$5,950
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,400	$7,800	$9,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,800	$10,730	$13,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$940–$1,330

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

Portable container

$1,580–$2,320

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

Full-service mover

$4,000–$5,950

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 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 Binghamton (destination)

Willow Run Foods Incorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27814
MC: 249740
Based in: Kirkwood, NY 13795 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 90 trucks, 153 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 234-7550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rogers Service Group INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 15059
MC: 105117
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13905 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (607) 797-7333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coachmaster Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Serafini Transportation Corp

USDOT: 534719
MC: 154046
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13901 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (607) 762-5480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Binghamton-Ithaca Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 163487
MC: 217257
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13901 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (607) 723-9433 Route Verify on FMCSA

U Save Auto Rental Repair

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Sunco Holding Corp

USDOT: 1348719
MC: 518757
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13905 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (607) 772-0999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dimon & Bacorn Co Of Binghamton

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pettis Moving Company INC

USDOT: 15010
MC: 79862
Based in: Vestal, NY 13850 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (607) 798-0099 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rogers Industrial Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 843385
MC: 372490
Based in: Binghamton, NY 13903 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (607) 722-4949 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bk Energy INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2061721
MC: 796019
Based in: Vestal, NY 13850 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (607) 785-3393 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Binghamton

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
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 Binghamton if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,600 to $2,380 for a studio, $2,400 to $3,570 for a one-bedroom, $4,000 to $5,950 for a two-bedroom, $6,400 to $9,520 for a three-bedroom and $8,800 to $13,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Binghamton from Johnson City?

About 622 road miles (527 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 25 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 Tennessee into New York 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 Binghamton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $940 to $1,330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,580 to $2,320. 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–Binghamton corridor.