Knoxville, TN → Twin Falls, ID · Cross-country move

Movers from Knoxville to Twin Falls

About 1,988 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,470–$9,620, delivery in 5–10 days, 229 carriers on the Knoxville side and 84 in Twin Falls.

1,988 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,470–$9,6202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Knoxville, Tennessee
To: Twin Falls, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 1,988 miles (1,684 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 229 (129 interstate)
Movers at destination: 84 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Twin Falls → Knoxville

Moving from Knoxville to Twin Falls is a cross-country move of roughly 1,988 road miles, heading northwest from Tennessee to Idaho.

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 $6,470 to $9,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 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 84 around Twin Falls (59 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 Twin Falls.

Knoxville has a population of about 202,021 and Twin Falls about 55,000. Twin Falls is the denser city (2,644 people per square mile versus 1,933 in Knoxville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Idaho does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Knoxville to Twin Falls

Full-service estimate for 1,988 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,590	$3,150	$3,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,880	$4,730	$5,770
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,470	$7,890	$9,620
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,350	$12,620	$15,400
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,230	$17,350	$21,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,940

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

Portable container

$2,790–$4,110

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

Full-service mover

$6,470–$9,620

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 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 Twin Falls (destination)

Giltner Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 846075
MC: 374966
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (208) 324-4255 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arco Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arco Freight LLC

USDOT: 3113190
MC: 83793
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 324-4706 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avb Home Restoration LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3795976
MC: 1364430
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 358-4460 Route Verify on FMCSA

Estrada Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2409263
MC: 980472
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (208) 539-1128 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dr Jemal Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3466593
MC: 1160686
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (208) 971-3572 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ridley'S Family Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 874578
MC: 498481
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (208) 324-4633 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emf Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2182901
MC: 757937
Based in: Filer, ID 83328 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (208) 326-3407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Sky Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1296392
MC: 503492
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (208) 329-1331 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Twin Falls

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
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 Twin Falls accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Knoxville to Twin Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,590 to $3,850 for a studio, $3,880 to $5,770 for a one-bedroom, $6,470 to $9,620 for a two-bedroom, $10,350 to $15,400 for a three-bedroom and $14,230 to $21,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Twin Falls from Knoxville?

About 1,988 road miles (1,684 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Idaho 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 Twin Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,790 to $4,110. 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–Twin Falls corridor.