Columbia, MO → Lawton, OK · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Lawton

About 532 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,220–$4,790, delivery in 2–5 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 40 in Lawton.

532 miroad distance
9 h 52 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,220–$4,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Lawton, Oklahoma
Road distance: ≈ 532 miles (451 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 52 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 40 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Lawton → Columbia

The route from Columbia, MO to Lawton, OK covers roughly 532 miles by road, a southwest-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 $3,220 to $4,790 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 9 h 52 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 40 around Lawton (26 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 Lawton.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Lawton about 90,000. Columbia is considerably denser (1,899 people per square mile versus 1,110), 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 Lawton

Full-service estimate for 532 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,570	$1,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,930	$2,360	$2,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,220	$3,930	$4,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,080	$8,640	$10,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$850–$1,190

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

Portable container

$1,490–$2,200

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

Full-service mover

$3,220–$4,790

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 Lawton (destination)

A-1 Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 291459
MC: 154778
Based in: Lawton, OK 73501 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (580) 355-6626 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fletcher Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 736825
MC: 159330
Based in: Lawton, OK 73501 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (580) 357-9514 Route Verify on FMCSA

City Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 984649
MC: 417174
Based in: Lawton, OK 73505 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (580) 355-2334 Route Verify on FMCSA

Darbys Big Furniture

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4102182
MC: 1565014
Based in: Lawton, OK 73505 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (580) 510-3242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affiliated Van Lines Of Lawton Oklahoma INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1722560
MC: 284836
Based in: Lawton, OK 73501 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (580) 355-4041 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fiddleback Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4497380
MC: 1778709
Based in: Lawton, OK 73507 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (580) 951-0101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marathon International Forwarding INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2973120
Based in: Lawton, OK 73502 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Verify on FMCSA

High Quality Mgmt INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4217093
MC: 1629368
Based in: Lawton, OK 73505 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (580) 360-9199 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 40 movers in Lawton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,930 to $2,870 for a one-bedroom, $3,220 to $4,790 for a two-bedroom, $5,150 to $7,660 for a three-bedroom and $7,080 to $10,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lawton from Columbia?

About 532 road miles (451 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 52 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 Oklahoma 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 Lawton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,490 to $2,200. 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–Lawton corridor.