Spartanburg, SC → Memphis, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Spartanburg to Memphis

About 537 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,300–$4,910, delivery in 2–5 days, 206 carriers on the Spartanburg side and 534 in Memphis.

537 miroad distance
9 h 58 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,300–$4,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Spartanburg, South Carolina
To: Memphis, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 537 miles (455 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 58 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 206 (159 interstate)
Movers at destination: 534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Spartanburg

The route from Spartanburg, SC to Memphis, TN covers roughly 537 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 $3,300 to $4,910 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 9 h 58 min.

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 534 around Memphis (397 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 Memphis.

Spartanburg has a population of about 39,000 and Memphis about 609,647. The two cities have comparable density (1,912 and 2,132 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 Memphis

Full-service estimate for 537 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,320	$1,610	$1,960
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,980	$2,420	$2,950
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,300	$4,030	$4,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,280	$6,440	$7,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,260	$8,860	$10,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,200

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,200

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

Full-service mover

$3,300–$4,910

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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 Memphis (destination)

Jit-Ex

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jit - Ex LLC

USDOT: 974027
MC: 415618
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 277 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (901) 367-7405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 253615
MC: 179963
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (901) 942-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooper Air Freight Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 182466
MC: 148364
Based in: Memphis, TN 38106 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (901) 775-5007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cn Transportation Limited

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1627098
MC: 600399
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (901) 482-6680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Graham Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 744970
MC: 382262
Based in: Nesbit, MS 38651 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (662) 449-8367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynavia Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4241252
MC: 1642490
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (833) 374-3629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nale Logistics & Expedite LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2286796
MC: 781041
Based in: Memphis, TN 38118 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid South Food Bank

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 505050
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (901) 373-0437 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 534 movers in Memphis

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Memphis if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Spartanburg to Memphis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,960 for a studio, $1,980 to $2,950 for a one-bedroom, $3,300 to $4,910 for a two-bedroom, $5,280 to $7,860 for a three-bedroom and $7,260 to $10,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Spartanburg?

About 537 road miles (455 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 58 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 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 Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,200. 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–Memphis corridor.