Johnson City, TN → Bullhead City, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Johnson City to Bullhead City

About 2,122 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,740–$10,030, delivery in 5–10 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 10 in Bullhead City.

2,122 miroad distance
37 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,740–$10,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Johnson City, Tennessee
To: Bullhead City, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 2,122 miles (1,798 straight-line)
Drive time: 37 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 10 (8 interstate)

Reverse: Bullhead City → Johnson City

Bullhead City sits about 2,122 miles west of Johnson City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Tennessee to Arizona 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 $6,740 to $10,030 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 37 hours (5 driving days).

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 10 around Bullhead City (8 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 Bullhead City.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Bullhead City about 42,000. Johnson City is considerably denser (1,633 people per square mile versus 696), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Arizona does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Bullhead City

Full-service estimate for 2,122 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,700	$3,290	$4,010
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,050	$4,930	$6,020
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,740	$8,220	$10,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,790	$13,160	$16,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,830	$18,090	$22,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,930–$4,140

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

Portable container

$2,910–$4,290

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

Full-service mover

$6,740–$10,030

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 Bullhead City (destination)

Laughlin Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 391422
MC: 227037
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 16 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (702) 298-2535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aquarius Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357187
MC: 1074413
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 788-8464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gary K

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gary Charles Koktavy

USDOT: 2966793
MC: 7899
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (702) 604-8291 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scm Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: So Cal Moving INC

USDOT: 671253
MC: 252719
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (951) 265-8806 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1628928
MC: 600936
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (928) 605-3384 Route Verify on FMCSA

Icon Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1211448
MC: 582980
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (480) 560-8996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clean Air Auto Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2797793
MC: 934167
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (951) 760-1970 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adam Cohen Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2201147
MC: 763813
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (661) 476-8276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 10 movers in Bullhead City

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Bullhead City accordingly.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,700 to $4,010 for a studio, $4,050 to $6,020 for a one-bedroom, $6,740 to $10,030 for a two-bedroom, $10,790 to $16,050 for a three-bedroom and $14,830 to $22,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bullhead City from Johnson City?

About 2,122 road miles (1,798 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 37 hours (5 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 Tennessee into Arizona 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 Bullhead City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,930 to $4,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,910 to $4,290. 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–Bullhead City corridor.