Columbia, MO → Fredericksburg, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Fredericksburg

About 946 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,470–$6,650, delivery in 2–5 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 152 in Fredericksburg.

946 miroad distance
17 h 1 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,470–$6,6502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 946 miles (801 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 1 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 152 (107 interstate)

Reverse: Fredericksburg → Columbia

The route from Columbia, MO to Fredericksburg, VA covers roughly 946 miles by road, a east-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 $4,470 to $6,650 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 17 h 1 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 152 around Fredericksburg (107 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 Fredericksburg.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Fredericksburg about 28,000. Fredericksburg is the denser city (2,678 people per square mile versus 1,899 in Columbia), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Missouri, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Fredericksburg

Full-service estimate for 946 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,790	$2,180	$2,660
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,680	$3,270	$3,990
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,470	$5,450	$6,650
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,150	$8,710	$10,630
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,830	$11,980	$14,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,420–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,740

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

Full-service mover

$4,470–$6,650

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

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Typical full-service range.

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 Fredericksburg (destination)

Hilldrup Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hilldrup Companies INC

USDOT: 22302
MC: 125294
Based in: Stafford, VA 22554 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 297 trucks, 245 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (703) 441-4888 Route Verify on FMCSA

2c Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 2c Logistics Delivery LLC

USDOT: 3676372
MC: 1276873
Based in: Fredricksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (678) 776-9972 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alsop Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2587296
MC: 906952
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 654-6980 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cornerstone Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2445478
MC: 844963
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 210-4280 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Barber Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1728636
MC: 633397
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (540) 710-1803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alsop Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1425222
MC: 538857
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (540) 834-2118 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patty Sullivan Recon INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 671608
MC: 315134
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (540) 654-5200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All In One Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1695684
MC: 622616
Based in: Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (571) 408-4893 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 152 movers in Fredericksburg

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Fredericksburg 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.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,790 to $2,660 for a studio, $2,680 to $3,990 for a one-bedroom, $4,470 to $6,650 for a two-bedroom, $7,150 to $10,630 for a three-bedroom and $9,830 to $14,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fredericksburg from Columbia?

About 946 road miles (801 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 1 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 Virginia 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 Fredericksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,420 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,740. 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–Fredericksburg corridor.