Wilmington, DE → Chattanooga, TN · Long-distance move

Movers from Wilmington to Chattanooga

About 735 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,930–$5,840, delivery in 2–5 days, 315 carriers on the Wilmington side and 241 in Chattanooga.

735 miroad distance
13 h 22 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,930–$5,8402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Wilmington, Delaware
To: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 735 miles (623 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 22 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 315 (214 interstate)
Movers at destination: 241 (155 interstate)

Reverse: Chattanooga → Wilmington

Chattanooga sits about 735 miles southwest of Wilmington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Delaware 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 $3,930 to $5,840 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 13 h 22 min.

On the Wilmington side there are 315 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (214 of them authorized for interstate work), and 241 around Chattanooga (155 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 Chattanooga.

Wilmington has a population of about 71,000 and Chattanooga about 194,144. Wilmington is considerably denser (6,507 people per square mile versus 1,272), 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 Delaware, 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 Wilmington to Chattanooga

Full-service estimate for 735 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,570	$1,920	$2,340
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,360	$2,870	$3,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,930	$4,790	$5,840
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,280	$7,660	$9,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,640	$10,530	$12,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$3,930–$5,840

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 Wilmington (origin)

Bentley Truck Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 524125
Based in: Logan Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,467 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (856) 467-4446 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Duie Pyle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 113594
MC: 39140
Based in: West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,097 trucks, 2,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (610) 696-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erdner Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 85873
MC: 128698
Based in: Woolwich Twp, NJ 08085 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (856) 467-0900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mdd3 Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3309299
MC: 1050934
Based in: Newark, DE 19702 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (917) 806-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wb Adams Trucking LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3395310
Based in: New Castle, DE 19720 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (347) 585-0089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Duplicate Of 777773

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: M Gerace Enterprises INC

USDOT: 959283
MC: 522860
Based in: Media, PA 19063 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (610) 534-5650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dreamchasers Community Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4526415
MC: 1794163
Based in: Woodstown, NJ 08098 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (201) 895-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 610 Hauling LLC

USDOT: 2251093
MC: 1484775
Based in: West Chester, PA 19382 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (717) 903-6433 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 315 movers in Wilmington

Near Chattanooga (destination)

US Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: US Xpress INC

USDOT: 303024
MC: 188121
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37421 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4,953 trucks, 5,412 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (423) 510-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Covenant Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Covenant Transport LLC

USDOT: 273818
MC: 188102
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37419 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 816 trucks, 1,741 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (423) 463-3473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tranco Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 646416
MC: 301265
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37421 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 98 trucks, 113 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (423) 822-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ash Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2014429
MC: 709527
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37410 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1400069
MC: 587359
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37416 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (423) 485-8619 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bullins Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 545382
MC: 299062
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37416 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (423) 421-0399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chattanooga 081 LLC

USDOT: 2255276
MC: 769528
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37406 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (423) 893-3450 Route Verify on FMCSA

1up Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2801891
MC: 936054
Based in: Chattanooga, TN 37406 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (423) 661-3791 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 241 movers in Chattanooga

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 Chattanooga if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Wilmington to Chattanooga?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,340 for a studio, $2,360 to $3,500 for a one-bedroom, $3,930 to $5,840 for a two-bedroom, $6,280 to $9,350 for a three-bedroom and $8,640 to $12,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chattanooga from Wilmington?

About 735 road miles (623 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 22 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 Delaware 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 Wilmington to Chattanooga?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,460. 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 Wilmington–Chattanooga corridor.