Johnson City, TN → Durango, CO · Cross-country move

Movers from Johnson City to Durango

About 1,661 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,210–$9,240, delivery in 5–10 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 21 in Durango.

1,661 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,210–$9,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Johnson City, Tennessee
To: Durango, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,661 miles (1,408 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 21 (10 interstate)

Reverse: Durango → Johnson City

Moving from Johnson City to Durango is a cross-country move of roughly 1,661 road miles, heading west from Tennessee to Colorado.

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 $6,210 to $9,240 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 29 hours (4 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 21 around Durango (10 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 Durango.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Durango about 20,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,633 and 1,293 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Durango

Full-service estimate for 1,661 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,480	$3,030	$3,700
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,730	$4,540	$5,540
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,210	$7,570	$9,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,930	$12,110	$14,780
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,660	$16,660	$20,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,310–$3,260

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

Portable container

$2,500–$3,680

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

Full-service mover

$6,210–$9,240

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 Durango (destination)

McKee Cattle Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1678358
MC: 1098617
Based in: Durango, CO 81303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (970) 749-4819 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob'S Backhoe Service

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Bob D Creed

USDOT: 1274510
Based in: Durango, CO 81303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (970) 259-8457 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & M Construction & Excavation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Andy Weber

USDOT: 774005
MC: 349665
Based in: Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 (44 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (970) 749-4568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Army Ant Moving Durango Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Green Apple Moving LLC

USDOT: 2303164
MC: 787466
Based in: Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (505) 404-7755 Route Verify on FMCSA

Durango Trash Panda LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4278120
MC: 1662560
Based in: Hesperus, CO 81326 (16 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (918) 260-0846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayne'S Towing & Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4015525
MC: 1572441
Based in: Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (970) 769-9150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jm Partners

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maxco

USDOT: 1037203
MC: 927485
Based in: Ignacio, CO 81137 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (970) 749-9219 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Mountain Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4378958
MC: 1716216
Based in: Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (970) 279-8322 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 21 movers in Durango

Tips for this move

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.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Durango accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,700 for a studio, $3,730 to $5,540 for a one-bedroom, $6,210 to $9,240 for a two-bedroom, $9,930 to $14,780 for a three-bedroom and $13,660 to $20,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Durango from Johnson City?

About 1,661 road miles (1,408 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Tennessee into Colorado 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 Durango?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,310 to $3,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,500 to $3,680. 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–Durango corridor.