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Raleigh, NC → Clarksville, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to Clarksville

About 576 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,430–$5,100, delivery in 2–5 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 82 in Clarksville.

  • 576 miroad distance
  • 10 h 38 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,430–$5,1002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 576 miles (488 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 38 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
82 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Clarksville → Raleigh

The route from Raleigh, NC to Clarksville, TN covers roughly 576 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $3,430 to $5,100 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 10 h 38 min.

On the Raleigh side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 of them authorized for interstate work), and 82 around Clarksville (55 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 Clarksville.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Clarksville about 188,829. Raleigh is considerably denser (3,179 people per square mile versus 1,677), 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 Raleigh to Clarksville

Full-service estimate for 576 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,040
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,060 $2,510 $3,060
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,430 $4,180 $5,100
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,490 $6,690 $8,160
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,540 $9,200 $11,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$890–$1,260

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

Portable container

$1,530–$2,260

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

Full-service mover

$3,430–$5,100

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Raleigh, NC → Clarksville, TN. 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 Raleigh (origin)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1-800-Pack-Rat LLC

USDOT
1534531
MC
648624
Based in
Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (919) 488-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3434201
MC
1114105
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (919) 609-1544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All American Relocation INC

USDOT
917428
MC
397148
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (919) 256-7193 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Forward Moving LLC

USDOT
2574332
MC
935064
Based in
Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (702) 418-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3996385
MC
1500731
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (252) 649-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2939017
MC
98627
Based in
Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4196166
MC
1617931
Based in
Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4232130
MC
1637508
Based in
Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Raleigh

Near Clarksville (destination)

Thompson Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
36779
MC
129283
Based in
Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (931) 431-6659 Route Verify on FMCSA

Billionmiles Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4159106
MC
1598048
Based in
Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (931) 272-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

River City Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1607346
MC
594425
Based in
Clarksville, TN 37042 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (931) 645-4475 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fry Faith Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1571241
MC
582043
Based in
Clarksville, TN 37043 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (270) 906-3278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jh Transport INC

USDOT
2281409
MC
837257
Based in
Adams, TN 37010 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (615) 545-7570 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: James N Johnson

USDOT
1298781
MC
556949
Based in
Clarksville, TN 37042 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (615) 566-0497 Route Verify on FMCSA

4th Quarter Moving Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4th Quarter Moving Solutions LLC

USDOT
3830482
MC
1389348
Based in
Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (931) 218-1788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mcr Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3935607
MC
1460032
Based in
Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (615) 354-7680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 82 movers in Clarksville

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to Clarksville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $2,060 to $3,060 for a one-bedroom, $3,430 to $5,100 for a two-bedroom, $5,490 to $8,160 for a three-bedroom and $7,540 to $11,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clarksville from Raleigh?

About 576 road miles (488 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 38 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 North Carolina 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 Raleigh to Clarksville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $890 to $1,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,530 to $2,260. 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 Raleigh–Clarksville corridor.