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Johnson City, TN → Gresham, OR · Cross-country move

Movers from Johnson City to Gresham

About 2,549 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,630–$11,350, delivery in 7–14 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 408 in Gresham.

  • 2,549 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,630–$11,3502-bedroom estimate
Photo: SkatePark in Main City Park, Gresham, Oregon.jpg · CC BY 4.0
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,549 miles (2,160 straight-line)
Drive time
44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
408 (317 interstate)

Reverse: Gresham → Johnson City

The route from Johnson City, TN to Gresham, OR covers roughly 2,549 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,630 to $11,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 44 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 408 around Gresham (317 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 Gresham.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Gresham about 111,513. Gresham is the denser city (4,862 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. Oregon is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Oregon does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Gresham

Full-service estimate for 2,549 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,050 $3,720 $4,540
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,580 $5,580 $6,810
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,630 $9,310 $11,350
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,210 $14,890 $18,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,790 $20,480 $24,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,520–$4,970

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

Portable container

$3,290–$4,850

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

Full-service mover

$7,630–$11,350

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 Gresham (destination)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4282676
MC
1665063
Based in
Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (503) 832-2763 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asm LLC

USDOT
1863079
MC
722865
Based in
Portland, OR 97214 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (800) 362-4545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
248002
MC
32882
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98661 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
1984
Call (360) 693-7477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363186
MC
810023
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98682 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (360) 719-5660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gforce Delivery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3436341
MC
1119093
Based in
Damascus, OR 97089 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (971) 219-8205 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Airport Drayage Company INC

USDOT
61733
MC
581707
Based in
Portland, OR 97220 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (503) 253-3859 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Suddath Relocation Systems Of Oregon LLC

USDOT
2482348
MC
857396
Based in
Portland, OR 97211 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cor

Licensed interstate

Legal name: City Of Roses Disposal & Recycling INC

USDOT
2332103
MC
1261745
Based in
Portland, OR 97230 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (503) 285-9940 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 408 movers in Gresham

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,050 to $4,540 for a studio, $4,580 to $6,810 for a one-bedroom, $7,630 to $11,350 for a two-bedroom, $12,210 to $18,170 for a three-bedroom and $16,790 to $24,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Gresham from Johnson City?

About 2,549 road miles (2,160 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon 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 Gresham?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,520 to $4,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,290 to $4,850. 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–Gresham corridor.