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Columbia, MO → Kansas City, MO · Short-haul move

Movers from Columbia to Kansas City

About 142 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,970–$2,920, delivery in 1–2 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 505 in Kansas City.

  • 142 miroad distance
  • 3 h 9 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,970–$2,9202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 142 miles (120 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 9 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Missouri)
Movers at origin
53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination
505 (405 interstate)

Reverse: Kansas City → Columbia

Moving from Columbia to Kansas City is a short-haul move of roughly 142 road miles, heading west within Missouri.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 9 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,970 and $2,920, before packing or storage.

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 505 around Kansas City (405 interstate). For an in-state 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 Kansas City.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Kansas City about 521,220. The two cities have comparable density (1,899 and 1,615 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Kansas City

Full-service estimate for 142 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,160 $1,410 $1,720
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,180 $1,440 $1,750
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $1,970 $2,400 $2,920
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,140 $3,830 $4,680
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,320 $5,270 $6,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$1,970–$2,920

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 Kansas City (destination)

Usko Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1499885
MC
563453
Based in
Independence, MO 64055 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
324 trucks, 324 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (916) 515-8065 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Wholesale Grocers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
90053
MC
319061
Based in
Kansas City, KS 66106 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
252 trucks, 1,422 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (913) 288-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Belger Cartage Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
64159
MC
66886
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64108 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
100 trucks, 90 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (816) 474-3250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Convoy Systems LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
230360
MC
167183
Based in
Kansas City, KS 66118 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (913) 371-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rmjk Enterprises INC

USDOT
3013620
MC
30465
Based in
Kansas City, KS 66118 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (913) 281-4040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pod Logistics Incorporated

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3037609
MC
43068
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (806) 412-0886 Route Verify on FMCSA

K & S Enterprise Of Kansas City INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2116647
MC
737778
Based in
Kansas City, MO 64120 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (816) 241-3666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Advantage Metals Recycling LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1750086
MC
640640
Based in
Kansas City, KS 66118 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (816) 861-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 505 movers in Kansas City

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbia to Kansas City?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,160 to $1,720 for a studio, $1,180 to $1,750 for a one-bedroom, $1,970 to $2,920 for a two-bedroom, $3,140 to $4,680 for a three-bedroom and $4,320 to $6,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kansas City from Columbia?

About 142 road miles (120 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 9 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Columbia and Kansas City are in Missouri, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Columbia to Kansas City?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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–Kansas City corridor.