Little Rock, AR → Chattanooga, TN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Little Rock to Chattanooga

About 476 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,050–$4,540, delivery in 1–3 days, 165 carriers on the Little Rock side and 241 in Chattanooga.

476 miroad distance
8 h 54 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,050–$4,5402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Little Rock, Arkansas
To: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 476 miles (404 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 54 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 165 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination: 241 (155 interstate)

Reverse: Chattanooga → Little Rock

Moving from Little Rock to Chattanooga is a regional long-distance move of roughly 476 road miles, heading east from Arkansas to Tennessee.

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 $3,050 to $4,540 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 54 min.

On the Little Rock side there are 165 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (104 of them authorized for interstate work), and 241 around Chattanooga (155 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 Chattanooga.

Little Rock has a population of about 206,427 and Chattanooga about 194,144. Little Rock is considerably denser (1,688 people per square mile versus 1,272), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Little Rock to Chattanooga

Full-service estimate for 476 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,220	$1,490	$1,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,830	$2,230	$2,720
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,050	$3,720	$4,540
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,880	$5,950	$7,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,710	$8,180	$9,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$790–$1,110

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

Portable container

$1,440–$2,120

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

Full-service mover

$3,050–$4,540

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 Little Rock (origin)

Cal-Ark International INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 546354
MC: 270827
Based in: Mablevale, AR 72103 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 339 trucks, 363 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (501) 455-3399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rich Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rich Transport LLC

USDOT: 305789
MC: 203073
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72117 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (800) 363-5311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mo Go Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3453631
MC: 1125101
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72209 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (301) 399-9199 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hill Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 472807
MC: 251164
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72202 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (501) 246-8605 Route Verify on FMCSA

Russell Yarbrough Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 68472
MC: 126176
Based in: Little Rock, AR 72201 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (501) 374-0216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Renstar Enterprise Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1715434
MC: 629201
Based in: Maumelle, AR 72113 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (501) 247-1153 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daniel Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 111849
MC: 120966
Based in: North Little Rock, AR 72114 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (501) 375-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fixed Rate Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1571525
MC: 828542
Based in: North Little Rock, AR 72118 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (501) 221-3856 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 165 movers in Little Rock

Near Chattanooga (destination)

US Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: US Xpress INC

USDOT: 303024
MC: 188121
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37421 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4,953 trucks, 5,412 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (423) 510-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Covenant Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Covenant Transport LLC

USDOT: 273818
MC: 188102
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37419 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 816 trucks, 1,741 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (423) 463-3473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tranco Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 646416
MC: 301265
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37421 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 98 trucks, 113 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (423) 822-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ash Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2014429
MC: 709527
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37410 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1400069
MC: 587359
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37416 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (423) 485-8619 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bullins Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 545382
MC: 299062
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37416 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (423) 421-0399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chattanooga 081 LLC

USDOT: 2255276
MC: 769528
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37406 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (423) 893-3450 Route Verify on FMCSA

1up Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2801891
MC: 936054
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37406 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (423) 661-3791 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 241 movers in Chattanooga

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Little Rock–Chattanooga corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Little Rock to Chattanooga?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,810 for a studio, $1,830 to $2,720 for a one-bedroom, $3,050 to $4,540 for a two-bedroom, $4,880 to $7,260 for a three-bedroom and $6,710 to $9,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chattanooga from Little Rock?

About 476 road miles (404 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 54 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arkansas into Tennessee 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 Little Rock to Chattanooga?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $790 to $1,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,440 to $2,120. 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 Little Rock–Chattanooga corridor.