Columbia, MO → Casper, WY · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Casper

About 918 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,240–$6,310, delivery in 2–5 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 25 in Casper.

918 miroad distance
16 h 32 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,240–$6,3102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Casper, Wyoming
Road distance: ≈ 918 miles (778 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 32 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 25 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Casper → Columbia

The route from Columbia, MO to Casper, WY covers roughly 918 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,240 to $6,310 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 16 h 32 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 25 around Casper (14 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 Casper.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Casper about 59,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,899 and 2,207 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Wyoming levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Casper

Full-service estimate for 918 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,700	$2,070	$2,520
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,550	$3,100	$3,790
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,240	$5,170	$6,310
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,790	$8,280	$10,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,330	$11,380	$13,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,390–$1,970

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

Portable container

$1,840–$2,700

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

Full-service mover

$4,240–$6,310

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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 Casper (destination)

Inno Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 899962
MC: 1469538
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (229) 358-8757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Night Owl Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3822280
MC: 1383532
Based in: Casper, WY 82602 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (213) 936-7225 Verify on FMCSA

Antwine Team Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3312326
MC: 1052392
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (307) 441-8999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steeline Hauling LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4552426
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (307) 251-2416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thunderstruck Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: H D Grimes & J D Burnell

USDOT: 1304996
Based in: Mills, WY 82644 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 259-0637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan Washechek Breeze Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dan Washechek

USDOT: 1309155
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 265-5945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beagle Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Robert Lee Beagle

USDOT: 3078894
MC: 65524
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 262-4506 Route Verify on FMCSA

McKendree Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Total Oilfield Rentals INC

USDOT: 314226
MC: 209563
Based in: Casper, WY 82604 (20 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (307) 237-9692 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Casper

Tips for this move

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 Casper if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,700 to $2,520 for a studio, $2,550 to $3,790 for a one-bedroom, $4,240 to $6,310 for a two-bedroom, $6,790 to $10,100 for a three-bedroom and $9,330 to $13,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Casper from Columbia?

About 918 road miles (778 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 32 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 Missouri into Wyoming 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 Casper?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,840 to $2,700. 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–Casper corridor.