Johnson City, TN → Gulfport, MS · Long-distance move

Movers from Johnson City to Gulfport

About 663 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,460–$5,160, delivery in 2–5 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 66 in Gulfport.

663 miroad distance
12 h 8 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,460–$5,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Johnson City, Tennessee
To: Gulfport, Mississippi
Road distance: ≈ 663 miles (562 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 8 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 66 (51 interstate)

Reverse: Gulfport → Johnson City

The route from Johnson City, TN to Gulfport, MS covers roughly 663 miles by road, a southwest-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 $3,460 to $5,160 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 12 h 8 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 66 around Gulfport (51 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 Gulfport.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Gulfport about 72,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,633 and 1,311 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Mississippi does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Gulfport

Full-service estimate for 663 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,390	$1,690	$2,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,080	$2,540	$3,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,460	$4,230	$5,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,540	$6,760	$8,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,620	$9,300	$11,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,390

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,370

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

Full-service mover

$3,460–$5,160

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

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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 Gulfport (destination)

John Fayard Moving & Warehousing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1043597
MC: 432866
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (228) 864-2262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Laynjaye Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4105938
MC: 1567262
Based in: Biloxi, MS 39531 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (772) 284-2519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gollott & Sons Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 87824
MC: 120472
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39507 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf Coast Movers INC

USDOT: 2362630
MC: 809860
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (228) 284-1736 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Star Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2637990
MC: 918945
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (228) 596-8060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 173885
MC: 145591
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (228) 863-5212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1446255
MC: 1268134
Based in: Biloxi, MS 39530 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (228) 386-7559 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gibson Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4 J'S Truck & Transport LLC

USDOT: 1631298
MC: 601748
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (888) 544-2766 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Gulfport

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,390 to $2,060 for a studio, $2,080 to $3,090 for a one-bedroom, $3,460 to $5,160 for a two-bedroom, $5,540 to $8,250 for a three-bedroom and $7,620 to $11,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Gulfport from Johnson City?

About 663 road miles (562 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 8 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 Mississippi 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 Gulfport?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $980 to $1,390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,610 to $2,370. 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–Gulfport corridor.