($599+) Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN Movers
Moving from Knoxville, TN, to St. Paul, MN, runs anywhere from $599 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,822 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 944 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,928, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,822 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,118 - $3,665, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $599 - $1,671.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Knoxville, TN, to St. Paul, MN. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,494 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN
There are 3 main ways to move from Knoxville to St. Paul: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $2,494 - $6,344. Moving containers run about 39% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 75% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 2 to 7 days for this 944-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 944-mile route from Knoxville to St. Paul, broken down by home size:
- A studio or 1-bedroom move runs $1,928 - $4,722 with full-service movers, $1,118 - $1,950 with a container, $599 - $1,180 with a rental truck, or $987 - $1,791 by freight.
- A 2 - 3 bedroom home costs $2,494 - $6,344 full-service, $1,510 - $2,823 by container, $633 - $1,445 by rental truck, or $1,104 - $2,259 by freight.
- A larger 4+ bedroom household runs $4,019 - $7,822 full-service, $1,878 - $3,665 by container, $820 - $1,671 by rental truck, or $1,487 - $2,873 by freight.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 944-mile move from Knoxville, Tennessee, to St. Paul, Minnesota, with costs ranging from $1,928 - $7,822. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $288 - $1,920. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Knoxville and St. Paul. Local movers in Knoxville typically start around $170 as a base rate plus $113/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Knoxville to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,928 - $4,722
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,494 - $6,344
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,019 - $7,822
Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Knoxville to St. Paul.
Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
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Specialty moving services from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN
Specialty needs vary by market: 76% of Knoxville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In St. Paul, 69% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing76% of local movers | $480 - $4,800 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready76% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Gouffon Moving & Storage | $192 - $1,152/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $288 - $2,304 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage21% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs71% of local movers | $960 - $2,880 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,400 - $9,600 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $719 - $1,366 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items29% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Carey Moving & Storage | $960 - $2,400 |
| Piano | Any piano type52% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: Gouffon Moving & Storage | $768 - $3,360 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling7% of local movers | $288 - $1,440 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect14% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | $624 - $1,920 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $288 - $14,400+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $288 - $3,360+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Knoxville to St. Paul?
Movers licensed to operate in Minnesota are typically members of the Minnesota Transport Services Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Knoxville, TN. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN
Moving containers from Knoxville, Tennessee, to St. Paul, Minnesota, cost between $1,118 and $3,665. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Knoxville typically runs around $60/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Knoxville to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,118 - $1,950
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,510 - $2,823
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,878 - $3,665
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $72 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $144 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
- Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $672 in Knoxville, TN, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
- Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your St. Paul, MN, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Tennessee to Minnesota move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,118. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,510 - $2,823.
What are the best moving containers Knoxville to St. Paul?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Knoxville to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Knoxville:
- Gouffon Moving & Storage (4.8/5), 139 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.7/5), 10 years in business
- Bellhop Moving (4.8/5), 15 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN
Truck rentals from Knoxville, Tennessee, to St. Paul, Minnesota, range from $599 - $1,671 for the 944-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $288 - $330
- Daily insurance: $29/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
- Knoxville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Knoxville to St. Paul based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $599 - $1,180
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $633 - $1,445
- 4+ bedrooms: $820 - $1,671
Pro tip: The base rate of $599 - $1,671 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Knoxville to St. Paul. Fuel ($288 - $330), lodging at around $144/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $144 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $62 and $312 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $288 - $330 in fuel for the 944-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $672 in Knoxville, Tennessee, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Knoxville to St. Paul?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)
The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.
Freight trailer costs from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Knoxville, Tennessee, to St. Paul, Minnesota. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.
Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $864 and $2,259.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Knoxville to St. Paul:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $987 - $1,791
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,104 - $2,259
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,487 - $2,873
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Knoxville, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $672.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $72 and $144 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Knoxville to St. Paul?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
Pro tip: If speed matters on your move from Knoxville to St. Paul, freight trailers are one of the fastest interstate options available, second only to renting a truck and driving it yourself. The tradeoff is that freight works best when you're ready to receive your belongings on the other end. If your timeline is tight on the receiving side or you need a short storage buffer, a moving container might be a better fit.
Cost of living: Knoxville, TN vs St. Paul, MN
Good news for your budget: St. Paul isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Knoxville. Cost of living index runs 102 there against 92 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 31/100 and 57.46/100 here versus 60/100 and 49.14/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our St. Paul, MN to Knoxville, TN guide.
Why you should use moveBuddha to find a mover:
In the past 3 months, we've processed 10 real quotes from Tennessee to Minnesota, so our pricing data stays current. Use our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and spot bad actors early. We track 213 movers licensed in Tennessee, useful context for sizing up this 944-mile move.
Our take
The 944-mile move from Knoxville, TN, to St. Paul, MN, costs between $1,928 and $7,822 with full-service movers, $1,118 - $3,665 with a moving container, and $599 - $1,671 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,494 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Siemens and ACS Group.
FAQs: Moving from Knoxville, TN, to St. Paul, MN
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What is the best time of year to move from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How long does a move from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 2 to 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($288 - $330), daily insurance ($29/day), and equipment rentals ($7 - $19) on top. Overnight stops can add another $144/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
What is the cheapest way to move from Knoxville, TN to St. Paul, MN?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $633 - $1,445. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What percentage of Knoxville movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 52% of movers in Knoxville handle piano moves, and 29% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.