Chattanooga, TN → Columbus, GA · Regional long-distance move
About 210 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,250–$3,350, delivery in 1–2 days, 241 carriers on the Chattanooga side and 138 in Columbus.
Moving from Chattanooga to Columbus is a regional long-distance move of roughly 210 road miles, heading south from Tennessee to Georgia.
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 $2,250 to $3,350 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 19 min.
On the Chattanooga side there are 241 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (155 of them authorized for interstate work), and 138 around Columbus (70 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 Columbus.
Chattanooga has a population of about 194,144 and Columbus about 202,171. Chattanooga is considerably denser (1,272 people per square mile versus 956), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,190 | $1,450 | $1,770 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,350 | $1,650 | $2,010 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,250 | $2,750 | $3,350 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,610 | $4,400 | $5,370 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,960 | $6,050 | $7,380 |
$370–$520
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,210–$1,780
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,250–$3,350
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Chattanooga, TN → Columbus, GA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: US Xpress INC
Legal name: Covenant Transport LLC
Legal name: Chattanooga 081 LLC
Legal name: Np Trans INC
Legal name: Nbf Columbus LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,770 for a studio, $1,350 to $2,010 for a one-bedroom, $2,250 to $3,350 for a two-bedroom, $3,610 to $5,370 for a three-bedroom and $4,960 to $7,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 210 road miles (178 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 19 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Tennessee into Georgia 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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.
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 Chattanooga–Columbus corridor.