Knoxville, TN → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Knoxville to Hilo

About 5,187 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $13,140–$19,550, delivery in 7–14 days, 229 carriers on the Knoxville side and 19 in Hilo.

5,187 miroad distance
90 hours (11 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$13,140–$19,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Knoxville, Tennessee
To: Hilo, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 5,187 miles (4,396 straight-line)
Drive time: 90 hours (11 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 229 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Hilo → Knoxville

The route from Knoxville, TN to Hilo, HI covers roughly 5,187 miles by road, a west-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 $13,140 to $19,550 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 90 hours (11 driving days).

On the Knoxville side there are 229 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (129 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Hilo (4 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 Hilo.

Knoxville has a population of about 202,021 and Hilo about 45,000. Knoxville is considerably denser (1,933 people per square mile versus 824), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Knoxville to Hilo

Full-service estimate for 5,187 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$5,260	$6,410	$7,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$7,890	$9,620	$11,730
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$13,140	$16,030	$19,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$21,030	$25,650	$31,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$28,920	$35,260	$43,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$7,130–$10,070

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

Portable container

$5,650–$8,310

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

Full-service mover

$13,140–$19,550

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 Knoxville (origin)

Tld Logistics Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1820774
MC: 658802
Based in: Knoxville, TN 37932 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 495 trucks, 415 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (865) 539-1285 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primeturbo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3612859
MC: 1231221
Based in: Knoxville, TN 37931 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (646) 270-5441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jim'S Garage & Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jims Garage & Wrecker Service LLC

USDOT: 491039
MC: 443902
Based in: Knoxville, TN 37919 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (865) 588-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gouffon Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 553340
MC: 273542
Based in: Knoxville, TN 37921 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (865) 584-8545 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rowe Transfer INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1079919
MC: 448775
Based in: Knoxville, TN 37914 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (865) 523-0421 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fox Moving And Storage Of East Tennessee LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2500143
MC: 866796
Based in: Knoxville, TN 37921 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (865) 437-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emerald Home Furnishings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hackney Home Furnishings INC

USDOT: 329373
MC: 476934
Based in: Louisville, TN 37777 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (865) 982-5040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brabston INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1736945
MC: 636216
Based in: Knoxville, TN 37924 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (865) 500-7002 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Knoxville

Near Hilo (destination)

Acr Water Hauling INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1205380
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (808) 966-7693 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hitco Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: H Kono INC

USDOT: 30309
MC: 512899
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Cold Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2190838
MC: 760358
Based in: Keaau, HI 96749 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (808) 933-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kuwaye Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62964
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-2845 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mihara Transfer Incorporated

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 62971
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 935-1597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Keaau Service Station INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 762035
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 966-9373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yamada Transfer INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 129889
Based in: Hilo, HI 96720 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (808) 933-7338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kai'S Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1953191
Based in: Kurtistown, HI 96760 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (808) 935-0011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Hilo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Knoxville to Hilo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $5,260 to $7,820 for a studio, $7,890 to $11,730 for a one-bedroom, $13,140 to $19,550 for a two-bedroom, $21,030 to $31,290 for a three-bedroom and $28,920 to $43,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hilo from Knoxville?

About 5,187 road miles (4,396 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 90 hours (11 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 Hawaii 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 Knoxville to Hilo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $7,130 to $10,070 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $5,650 to $8,310. 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 Knoxville–Hilo corridor.