Spartanburg, SC → Johnson City, TN · Short-haul move

Movers from Spartanburg to Johnson City

About 118 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,900–$2,830, delivery in 1–2 days, 206 carriers on the Spartanburg side and 93 in Johnson City.

118 miroad distance
2 h 44 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,900–$2,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Spartanburg, South Carolina
To: Johnson City, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 118 miles (100 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 44 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 206 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination: 93 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Johnson City → Spartanburg

Johnson City sits about 118 miles north of Spartanburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Carolina to Tennessee that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 44 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,900 and $2,830, before packing or storage.

On the Spartanburg side there are 206 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (159 of them authorized for interstate work), and 93 around Johnson City (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 Johnson City.

Spartanburg has a population of about 39,000 and Johnson City about 74,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,912 and 1,633 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Spartanburg to Johnson City

Full-service estimate for 118 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,740
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$1,900	$2,320	$2,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,050	$3,720	$4,530
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,190	$5,110	$6,230

Rental truck (DIY)

$270–$380

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,650

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

Full-service mover

$1,900–$2,830

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Spartanburg (origin)

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 721468
MC: 331174
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 183 trucks, 184 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (864) 879-7770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carolina Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2355570
MC: 806803
Based in: Boiling Springs, SC 29316 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (866) 848-4425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1909295
MC: 879668
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (864) 501-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Haul Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2987484
MC: 17356
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29306 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (864) 469-4528 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kalinka Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3314186
MC: 1053303
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (315) 790-4010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Plumley Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1053808
MC: 511143
Based in: Duncan, SC 29334 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (864) 879-2191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmt Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jmt Express INC

USDOT: 842165
MC: 371523
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (864) 814-0911 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jtl LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jax Transportation And Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2348794
MC: 803954
Based in: Spartanburg, SC 29303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (864) 804-6942 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 206 movers in Spartanburg

Near Johnson City (destination)

Cox Disposal INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 701359
MC: 66967
Based in: Bluff City, TN 37618 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 16 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (423) 538-4104 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sheepdog Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Black Barn Farm LLC

USDOT: 3545701
MC: 136488
Based in: Elizabethton, TN 37643 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (772) 323-8127 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eastern Tennessee Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2382126
MC: 818191
Based in: Blountville, TN 37617 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (423) 612-3377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wcp Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 763762
MC: 343871
Based in: Gray, TN 37615 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (423) 232-0045 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri City Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1577982
MC: 598650
Based in: Kingsport, TN 37663 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (423) 279-1771 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olivers Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3981761
MC: 1491041
Based in: Elizabethton, TN 37643 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (423) 543-0028 Route Verify on FMCSA

J & L Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1411363
MC: 534652
Based in: Piney Flats, TN 37686 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (423) 946-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bennett'S Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bms Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 2917922
MC: 1072695
Based in: Elizabethton, TN 37643 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (423) 512-2850 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 93 movers in Johnson City

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Spartanburg and Johnson City is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Johnson City with daylight to spare.
Check South Carolina intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Spartanburg to Johnson City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,170 to $1,740 for a one-bedroom, $1,900 to $2,830 for a two-bedroom, $3,050 to $4,530 for a three-bedroom and $4,190 to $6,230 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Johnson City from Spartanburg?

About 118 road miles (100 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 44 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 South 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 Spartanburg to Johnson City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $270 to $380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,650. 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 Spartanburg–Johnson City corridor.