Toms River, NJ → Johnson City, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Toms River to Johnson City

About 603 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,820–$5,680, delivery in 2–5 days, 114 carriers on the Toms River side and 93 in Johnson City.

603 miroad distance
11 h 6 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,820–$5,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Toms River, New Jersey
To: Johnson City, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 603 miles (511 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 6 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 114 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination: 93 (59 interstate)

Reverse: Johnson City → Toms River

Johnson City sits about 603 miles southwest of Toms River, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Jersey to Tennessee that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $3,820 to $5,680 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 11 h 6 min.

On the Toms River side there are 114 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (61 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.

Toms River has a population of about 100,899 and Johnson City about 74,000. Toms River is considerably denser (2,356 people per square mile versus 1,633), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Tennessee than in New Jersey, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Toms River to Johnson City

Full-service estimate for 603 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,530	$1,860	$2,270
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,290	$2,800	$3,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,110	$7,450	$9,090
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,400	$10,250	$12,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$920–$1,300

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

Portable container

$1,560–$2,290

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

Full-service mover

$3,820–$5,680

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 Toms River (origin)

Priced Rite Auto Repair & Towing

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 661798
MC: 1053763
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08753 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (732) 244-3121 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob Plaza Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Biancella Enterprises INC

USDOT: 774963
MC: 431356
Based in: Brick, NJ 08723 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (732) 920-1919 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duxbury Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 285934
MC: 190852
Based in: Howell, NJ 07731 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (732) 938-7007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jersey Shore Moving & Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jersey Shore Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 1038738
MC: 444372
Based in: Toms River, NJ 08755 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (732) 295-9988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bilkays Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3612204
MC: 1230779
Based in: Howell, NJ 07731 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (908) 290-5350 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sett Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1934502
MC: 690656
Based in: Bayville, NJ 08721 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (732) 966-5982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freehold Movers INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 488656
Based in: Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (732) 928-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freehold Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4393714
MC: 1723876
Based in: Jackson, NJ 08527 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (732) 928-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 114 movers in Toms River

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

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
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 Johnson City if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Toms River to Johnson City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,530 to $2,270 for a studio, $2,290 to $3,410 for a one-bedroom, $3,820 to $5,680 for a two-bedroom, $6,110 to $9,090 for a three-bedroom and $8,400 to $12,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Johnson City from Toms River?

About 603 road miles (511 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 6 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 New Jersey 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 Toms River to Johnson City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $920 to $1,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,560 to $2,290. 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 Toms River–Johnson City corridor.