Columbia, MO → Monroe, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Monroe

About 524 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,220–$4,790, delivery in 2–5 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 49 in Monroe.

524 miroad distance
9 h 44 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,220–$4,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Monroe, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 524 miles (444 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 44 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Monroe → Columbia

Monroe sits about 524 miles south of Columbia, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to Louisiana that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 44 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 49 around Monroe (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 Monroe.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Monroe about 46,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,899 and 1,604 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Monroe

Full-service estimate for 524 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	$2,350	$2,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,220	$3,920	$4,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,080	$8,630	$10,530

Rental truck (DIY)

$840–$1,180

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

Portable container

$1,490–$2,190

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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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 Monroe (destination)

Bears Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bears Towing And Recovery Of Ouachita INC

USDOT: 517357
MC: 235662
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (318) 388-3021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cc Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1634906
MC: 602738
Based in: West Monroe, LA 71291 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 265-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ross Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1721228
MC: 626875
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 322-7760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goose Chase Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cruse Transport Services INC

USDOT: 2846136
MC: 954281
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (318) 316-9773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaa All-Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1896597
MC: 682036
Based in: Monroe, LA 71201 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (318) 801-8349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stay Humble Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4494216
MC: 1777011
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (318) 537-0642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anterprize Trucking And Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Anterprize Local Car Rental LLC

USDOT: 4576998
MC: 1821384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (318) 417-8707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2584937
MC: 1556384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (318) 614-4761 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Monroe

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 Monroe 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 Monroe?

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 $10,530 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monroe from Columbia?

About 524 road miles (444 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 44 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 Louisiana 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 Monroe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $840 to $1,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,490 to $2,190. 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–Monroe corridor.