Johnson City, TN → Cherry Hill, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Johnson City to Cherry Hill

About 556 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,700–$5,500, delivery in 2–5 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 838 in Cherry Hill.

556 miroad distance
10 h 17 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,700–$5,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Johnson City, Tennessee
To: Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 556 miles (471 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 17 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 838 (563 interstate)

Reverse: Cherry Hill → Johnson City

Moving from Johnson City to Cherry Hill is a long-distance move of roughly 556 road miles, heading northeast from Tennessee to New Jersey.

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 $3,700 to $5,500 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 17 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 838 around Cherry Hill (563 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 Cherry Hill.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Cherry Hill about 74,000. Cherry Hill is the denser city (20,442 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 Jersey is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New Jersey does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Cherry Hill

Full-service estimate for 556 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,480	$1,800	$2,200
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,220	$2,710	$3,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,700	$4,510	$5,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,920	$7,210	$8,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,130	$9,920	$12,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$870–$1,230

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

Portable container

$1,520–$2,230

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

Full-service mover

$3,700–$5,500

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

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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 Cherry Hill (destination)

Elite Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Finster Courier Incorporated

USDOT: 751209
MC: 339982
Based in: Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 199 trucks, 168 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (856) 663-8844 Route Verify on FMCSA

Uniquality INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2784879
MC: 927952
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (267) 297-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flower Transfer Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Delaware Valley Floral Group LLC

USDOT: 346532
MC: 201014
Based in: Sewell, NJ 08080 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 134 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (856) 468-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relentless Strength LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4570815
MC: 1818083
Based in: Bensalem, PA 19020 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (267) 965-1042 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ambrogi Food Dist

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 392622
MC: 1150741
Based in: Westville, NJ 08093 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (856) 845-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1077521
MC: 449417
Based in: West Deptford, NJ 08086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (856) 931-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Ladies And A Gentleman Moving Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4447256
MC: 1751983
Based in: Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (856) 266-1587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534142
MC: 880980
Based in: Philadelphia, PA 19115 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (215) 383-9247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 838 movers in Cherry Hill

Tips for this move

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.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Johnson City to Cherry Hill?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,200 for a studio, $2,220 to $3,300 for a one-bedroom, $3,700 to $5,500 for a two-bedroom, $5,920 to $8,800 for a three-bedroom and $8,130 to $12,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cherry Hill from Johnson City?

About 556 road miles (471 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 17 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 Jersey 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 Cherry Hill?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $870 to $1,230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,520 to $2,230. 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–Cherry Hill corridor.