Johnson City, TN → Morristown, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Johnson City to Morristown

About 621 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,870–$5,750, delivery in 2–5 days, 93 carriers on the Johnson City side and 168 in Morristown.

621 miroad distance
11 h 24 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,870–$5,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Johnson City, Tennessee
To: Morristown, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 621 miles (526 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 24 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 93 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 168 (119 interstate)

Reverse: Morristown → Johnson City

Moving from Johnson City to Morristown is a long-distance move of roughly 621 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 $3,870 to $5,750 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 11 h 24 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 168 around Morristown (119 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 Morristown.

Johnson City has a population of about 74,000 and Morristown about 20,000. Morristown is the denser city (7,008 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 Morristown

Full-service estimate for 621 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,550	$1,890	$2,300
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,450
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,870	$4,720	$5,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,190	$7,540	$9,200
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,510	$10,370	$12,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$940–$1,320

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

Portable container

$1,570–$2,320

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

Full-service mover

$3,870–$5,750

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

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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 Morristown (destination)

Performance Team-Hudd Transportation-Pilot Freight Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC

USDOT: 516243
MC: 262387
Based in: Florham Park, NJ 07932 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,239 trucks, 1,385 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (704) 571-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 207430
MC: 153140
Based in: Whippany, NJ 07981 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1981

Call (973) 887-0543 Route Verify on FMCSA

Broadway Limousine

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Broadway Limousine INC

USDOT: 1160634
MC: 467146
Based in: East Hanover, NJ 07936 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (973) 515-8808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riact Logisitics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3407879
MC: 1099317
Based in: Randolph, NJ 07869 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 744-4461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wrist Ship Supply - New Jersey

Licensed interstate

Legal name: East Coast Ship Supply LLC

USDOT: 1230221
MC: 692699
Based in: New Providence, NJ 07974 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (732) 205-9790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Queen Move Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4148403
MC: 1591991
Based in: Bedminster, NJ 07921 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (732) 991-0507 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal Relocations INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2428388
MC: 836909
Based in: Parsippany, NJ 07054 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (973) 227-5964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ids Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2165823
MC: 766229
Based in: Rockaway, NJ 07866 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (862) 221-9992 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Morristown

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Morristown if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,550 to $2,300 for a studio, $2,320 to $3,450 for a one-bedroom, $3,870 to $5,750 for a two-bedroom, $6,190 to $9,200 for a three-bedroom and $8,510 to $12,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Morristown from Johnson City?

About 621 road miles (526 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 24 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 Morristown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $940 to $1,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,570 to $2,320. 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–Morristown corridor.