Tuscaloosa, AL → Murfreesboro, TN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Tuscaloosa to Murfreesboro

About 226 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,210–$3,290, delivery in 1–2 days, 80 carriers on the Tuscaloosa side and 282 in Murfreesboro.

226 miroad distance
4 h 36 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,210–$3,2902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
To: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 226 miles (192 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 36 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 80 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination: 282 (182 interstate)

Reverse: Murfreesboro → Tuscaloosa

The route from Tuscaloosa, AL to Murfreesboro, TN covers roughly 226 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,210 to $3,290 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 36 min.

On the Tuscaloosa side there are 80 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 282 around Murfreesboro (182 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 Murfreesboro.

Tuscaloosa has a population of about 114,316 and Murfreesboro about 171,178. Murfreesboro is the denser city (2,429 people per square mile versus 1,609 in Tuscaloosa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Tuscaloosa to Murfreesboro

Full-service estimate for 226 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,140	$1,390	$1,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,330	$1,620	$1,980
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,210	$2,700	$3,290
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,540	$4,320	$5,270
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,870	$5,940	$7,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$540

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,800

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

Full-service mover

$2,210–$3,290

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 Tuscaloosa (origin)

Awesome Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4357625
MC: 1704689
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10,014 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 413-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Tuscaloosa

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jst INC

USDOT: 1310877
MC: 652647
Based in: Northport, AL 35473 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (205) 247-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brittain Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 362876
MC: 214146
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (205) 345-0115 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Wrecker Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbs Leasing LLC

USDOT: 911424
MC: 606283
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (205) 345-5511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cp Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3060563
MC: 72972907
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (205) 826-5463 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Alabama Postal Express INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 301906
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2348521
MC: 803764
Based in: Cottondale, AL 35453 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 764-0499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grs Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4492165
MC: 1775920
Based in: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (205) 534-2027 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Tuscaloosa

Near Murfreesboro (destination)

Firstfleet

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Firstfleet INC

USDOT: 313891
MC: 193678
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,520 trucks, 2,769 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (615) 890-9229 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2821486
MC: 940916
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (310) 230-5584 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & D Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3902567
MC: 1438161
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (504) 261-2307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid-Tenn Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2204555
MC: 765975
Based in: Nolensville, TN 37135 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (615) 574-5546 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gfc Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 795256
MC: 354341
Based in: Smyrna, TN 37167 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (615) 462-7905 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Murfeesboro LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2592933
MC: 909721
Based in: Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Messolar Moving And Installation Services

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Messolar LLC

USDOT: 3924442
MC: 1452616
Based in: Smyrna, TN 37167 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (786) 857-3147 Route Verify on FMCSA

Here'S The Deal LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3582554
MC: 1372750
Based in: LA Vergne, TN 37086 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (615) 953-0022 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 282 movers in Murfreesboro

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
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 Tuscaloosa–Murfreesboro corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tuscaloosa to Murfreesboro?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,140 to $1,690 for a studio, $1,330 to $1,980 for a one-bedroom, $2,210 to $3,290 for a two-bedroom, $3,540 to $5,270 for a three-bedroom and $4,870 to $7,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Murfreesboro from Tuscaloosa?

About 226 road miles (192 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 36 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 Alabama 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 Tuscaloosa to Murfreesboro?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,800. 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 Tuscaloosa–Murfreesboro corridor.