Columbia, MO → Bozeman, MT · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Bozeman

About 1,251 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,090–$7,570, delivery in 3–7 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 39 in Bozeman.

1,251 miroad distance
22 h 16 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,090–$7,5702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Bozeman, Montana
Road distance: ≈ 1,251 miles (1,061 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 16 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 39 (27 interstate)

Reverse: Bozeman → Columbia

Moving from Columbia to Bozeman is a long-distance move of roughly 1,251 road miles, heading northwest from Missouri to Montana.

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 $5,090 to $7,570 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 16 min.

On the Columbia side there are 53 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 39 around Bozeman (27 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 Bozeman.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Bozeman about 57,000. Bozeman is the denser city (2,493 people per square mile versus 1,899 in Columbia), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Bozeman

Full-service estimate for 1,251 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,040	$2,480	$3,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,050	$3,720	$4,540
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,090	$6,200	$7,570
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,140	$9,930	$12,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,190	$13,650	$16,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,740–$2,450

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

Portable container

$2,140–$3,140

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

Full-service mover

$5,090–$7,570

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Columbia (origin)

Frontline Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3868668
MC: 1415661
Based in: Ashland, MO 65010 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 82 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (573) 528-5329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ug Tech LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4339877
MC: 1695533
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (573) 968-5566 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck-Columbia

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Mid Mo INC

USDOT: 2338804
MC: 798647
Based in: Columbia, MO 65201 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (573) 777-8660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Premier Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 775481
MC: 347277
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (573) 474-6158 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tiger Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3424063
MC: 1546145
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (573) 999-7821 Route Verify on FMCSA

F & Z Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2432203
MC: 839812
Based in: Columbia, MO 65203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 999-4639 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4d Hauling LLC

USDOT: 3684511
MC: 1571093
Based in: Ashland, MO 65010 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (573) 303-1423 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jht Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2257095
MC: 23317
Based in: Jamestown, MO 65046 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (573) 533-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 53 movers in Columbia

Near Bozeman (destination)

Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move Strong LLC

USDOT: 4142949
MC: 1588857
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (406) 579-8596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Foods Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2316339
MC: 790746
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (406) 551-2231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mattress Mill

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thanepohn Corp

USDOT: 436774
MC: 240409
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (406) 586-4525 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Ridge Excavation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3854639
MC: 1406132
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (845) 661-3982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellowstone Designer Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Yellowstone Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 4460852
MC: 1762976
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (248) 434-5508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8811771
MC: 77831789
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (719) 588-3752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountaineer Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4557708
MC: 1811084
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (406) 201-9580 Route Verify on FMCSA

James L Gardner Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cold Smoke Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1902328
MC: 1099864
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (406) 581-7919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 39 movers in Bozeman

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbia to Bozeman?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,040 to $3,030 for a studio, $3,050 to $4,540 for a one-bedroom, $5,090 to $7,570 for a two-bedroom, $8,140 to $12,110 for a three-bedroom and $11,190 to $16,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bozeman from Columbia?

About 1,251 road miles (1,061 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 16 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Missouri into Montana 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 Columbia to Bozeman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,740 to $2,450 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,140 to $3,140. 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 Columbia–Bozeman corridor.