Columbia, MO → Hot Springs, AR · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Hot Springs

About 367 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,670–$3,970, delivery in 1–3 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 27 in Hot Springs.

367 miroad distance
7 h 2 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,670–$3,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Hot Springs, Arkansas
Road distance: ≈ 367 miles (311 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 2 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Hot Springs → Columbia

The route from Columbia, MO to Hot Springs, AR covers roughly 367 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,670 to $3,970 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 2 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 27 around Hot Springs (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 Hot Springs.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Hot Springs about 38,000. Columbia is considerably denser (1,899 people per square mile versus 1,010), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Hot Springs

Full-service estimate for 367 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,130	$1,380	$1,680
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,600	$1,950	$2,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,670	$3,260	$3,970
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,270	$5,210	$6,360
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,870	$7,160	$8,740

Rental truck (DIY)

$530–$740

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

Portable container

$1,350–$1,980

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

Full-service mover

$2,670–$3,970

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 Hot Springs (destination)

Courtesyone Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348836
MC: 1700952
Based in: Pearcy, AR 71964 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20,000 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (501) 760-8491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dirty Boy LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2821300
MC: 941105
Based in: Hot Springs, AR 71913 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (501) 538-1767 Route Verify on FMCSA

S & M Freight Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3797228
MC: 1365302
Based in: Hot Springs, AR 71901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (501) 231-7819 Route Verify on FMCSA

Je Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Village Delivery And Moving INC

USDOT: 1679497
MC: 617225
Based in: Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (501) 209-9548 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saivam Ultd

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4360218
MC: 1706107
Based in: Hot Springs Villa, AR 71909 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (501) 204-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Courtesyone Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348920
MC: 1700169
Based in: Pearcy, AR 71964 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (501) 760-8491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingdom Moverskingdom Moving & More

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kingdom Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 4022616
MC: 1517656
Based in: Lonsdale, AR 72087 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Route Verify on FMCSA

Zion Delivery Services

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Zion Delivery Services LLC

USDOT: 3831555
MC: 1390096
Based in: Royal, AR 71968 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (501) 547-2688 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Hot Springs

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Columbia–Hot Springs corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbia to Hot Springs?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,130 to $1,680 for a studio, $1,600 to $2,380 for a one-bedroom, $2,670 to $3,970 for a two-bedroom, $4,270 to $6,360 for a three-bedroom and $5,870 to $8,740 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hot Springs from Columbia?

About 367 road miles (311 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arkansas 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 Hot Springs?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $530 to $740 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,980. 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–Hot Springs corridor.