Syracuse, NY

Knoxville, TN → Syracuse, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Knoxville to Syracuse

About 757 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,360–$6,490, delivery in 2–5 days, 229 carriers on the Knoxville side and 195 in Syracuse.

  • 757 miroad distance
  • 13 h 45 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,360–$6,4902-bedroom estimate
Photo: Quintin Soloviev · CC BY 4.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 757 miles (641 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 45 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
229 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination
195 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Syracuse → Knoxville

Moving from Knoxville to Syracuse is a long-distance move of roughly 757 road miles, heading northeast from Tennessee to New York.

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 $4,360 to $6,490 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 13 h 45 min.

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 195 around Syracuse (66 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 Syracuse.

Knoxville has a population of about 202,021 and Syracuse about 144,896. Syracuse is the denser city (5,921 people per square mile versus 1,933 in Knoxville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Tennessee, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Knoxville to Syracuse

Full-service estimate for 757 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,740 $2,130 $2,600
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,620 $3,190 $3,890
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,360 $5,320 $6,490
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,980 $8,510 $10,380
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,600 $11,700 $14,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,080–$1,520

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

Portable container

$1,700–$2,490

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

Full-service mover

$4,360–$6,490

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Knoxville, TN → Syracuse, NY. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 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

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

Jim'S Garage & Wrecker Service

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

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

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

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

Emerald Home Furnishings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

All 229 movers in Knoxville

Near Syracuse (destination)

Byrne

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
507065
MC
272793
Based in
Lafayette, NY 13084 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Kml Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2285191
MC
783550
Based in
East Syracuse, NY 13057 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

B&m Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2578746
MC
902504
Based in
East Syracuse, NY 13057 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Vansantis Development INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
619445
MC
296470
Based in
Liverpool, NY 13090 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

River Valley Foods INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
334493
MC
297076
Based in
Syracuse, NY 13206 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

2 Bros Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1994986
MC
966099
Based in
Minoa, NY 13116 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Atc Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1597065
MC
590821
Based in
Syracuse, NY 13208 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Delaney Worldwide INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
561250
MC
162076
Based in
Syracuse, NY 13209 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 195 movers in Syracuse

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,740 to $2,600 for a studio, $2,620 to $3,890 for a one-bedroom, $4,360 to $6,490 for a two-bedroom, $6,980 to $10,380 for a three-bedroom and $9,600 to $14,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Syracuse from Knoxville?

About 757 road miles (641 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 45 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 York 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 Syracuse?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,080 to $1,520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,700 to $2,490. 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–Syracuse corridor.