Open and enclosed transport from anywhere in Shelby County and carriers on I-240 and I-40. Common routes include Nashville and Louisville.
Memphis is the anchor city of the Memphis metro area and the second-largest city in Tennessee. Pickups here fall within Shelby County. Its 2023 Census estimate is roughly 619,000 people.
For carriers, the main roads into Memphis are I-240, I-40, and I-55, and US-78 and US-79 also serve the area. The University of Memphis brings student moves at the start and end of each term.
Weather is rarely the main scheduling factor here. Holiday weeks and month-end moving days matter more.
Nashville, the largest city in Tennessee, is about 193 miles northeast in a straight line. Close neighbors on this site include Southaven (11 mi), Bartlett (12 mi), and Olive Branch (13 mi). The closest major out-of-state market is Louisville, KY, about 319 miles away. Large metros like this one get carrier traffic almost every day, so pickup windows tend to be shorter than in smaller towns.
Straight-line distances are shown for comparison. Road miles and timing come with your quote, and every route works in both directions.
Nashville lies about 193 miles northeast. In-state moves like this usually ride along on a longer carrier route. Nashville is a large metro with frequent carrier traffic.
The nearest big out-of-state market, about 319 miles northeast: a mid-range regional run. Louisville is a large metro with frequent carrier traffic.
Across the country, about 1,615 miles west. Ask for a pickup window when you request the quote. Los Angeles sits near the Pacific coast.
A long-distance, multi-day haul, around 1,560 miles west, with steady two-way relocation traffic. San Diego sits near the Pacific coast.
A multi-state haul, around 690 miles southeast, with steady two-way relocation traffic. Orlando fills with seasonal residents each winter.
A full-size carrier often can't fit on residential streets in denser parts of Memphis. Expect to meet at a nearby wide street or a large parking lot. We'll confirm the spot before pickup day.
Demand around the University of Memphis peaks in late summer and at the end of the spring term. Book early if you're moving at those times, and check whether campus lots allow a carrier.
If your street is hard to reach, a large lot near I-240 is often the quickest handoff point in Memphis.
Shipping from a neighboring city or town? These pages cover their roads, routes and local details. You can also browse every city we cover in Tennessee.
Yes. We arrange door-to-door service in Memphis wherever a carrier can safely stop. In denser neighborhoods, that may be a nearby wide street or parking lot. We'll confirm the exact spot before pickup.
Booking a week or two ahead usually gives you the most options. In Memphis, late August and May fill up around the University of Memphis.
Yes. Memphis to Nashville is about 193 miles in a straight line, and the road distance is longer. We'll quote the route both ways and give you a timing window before you book.
Yes. Student shipments to and from Memphis are common at the start and end of each term. Book early for late August and May, and confirm parking rules if you want pickup on campus.
Open transport works well for most everyday cars and is the more affordable option. Enclosed transport protects luxury, classic or freshly detailed vehicles from road dust and weather along the way.
Carriers usually reach Memphis on I-240, I-40, and I-55, with US-78 handling local access.
Share the route and we’ll come back with a quote and a recommended transport type.