Johnson City, TN → Kennewick, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Johnson City to Kennewick

About 2,369 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,600–$11,300, delivery in 7–14 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 137 in Kennewick.

2,369 miroad distance
41 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,600–$11,3002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Johnson City, Tennessee
To: Kennewick, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,369 miles (2,007 straight-line)
Drive time: 41 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 137 (91 interstate)

Reverse: Kennewick → Johnson City

The route from Johnson City, TN to Kennewick, WA covers roughly 2,369 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 $7,600 to $11,300 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 41 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 137 around Kennewick (91 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 Kennewick.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Kennewick about 88,000. Kennewick is the denser city (2,944 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. Washington is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Johnson City to Kennewick

Full-service estimate for 2,369 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,040	$3,710	$4,520
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,560	$5,560	$6,780
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,600	$9,260	$11,300
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,150	$14,820	$18,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,710	$20,380	$24,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,330–$4,710

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

Portable container

$3,130–$4,610

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

Full-service mover

$7,600–$11,300

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 Kennewick (destination)

Larsen Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tri-City United INC

USDOT: 26510
MC: 581
Based in: Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 943-9139 Route Verify on FMCSA

Munder Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1674729
MC: 615668
Based in: West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (541) 720-0949 Route Verify on FMCSA

St George And Family Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: St George Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1552075
MC: 576540
Based in: West Richland, WA 99353 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (509) 967-9287 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speedy Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Speedy Movers LLC

USDOT: 2459380
MC: 441393
Based in: Richland, WA 99352 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 531-2800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unimak Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2461893
MC: 850698
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99337 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (541) 941-7269 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spencer Carlson Unlimited INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8030256
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99336 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (509) 736-5342 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple As Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rodrigo Rodriguez

USDOT: 1214674
MC: 482929
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (509) 440-3095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bolland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3697403
MC: 1292337
Based in: Kennewick, WA 99338 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 552-0381 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 137 movers in Kennewick

Tips for this move

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 Kennewick accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,040 to $4,520 for a studio, $4,560 to $6,780 for a one-bedroom, $7,600 to $11,300 for a two-bedroom, $12,150 to $18,080 for a three-bedroom and $16,710 to $24,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kennewick from Johnson City?

About 2,369 road miles (2,007 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 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 Washington 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 Kennewick?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,330 to $4,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,130 to $4,610. 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–Kennewick corridor.