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

Movers from Columbia to Richmond

About 957 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,490–$6,690, delivery in 2–5 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 400 in Richmond.

  • 957 miroad distance
  • 17 h 12 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,490–$6,6902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 957 miles (811 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 12 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination
400 (215 interstate)

Reverse: Richmond → Columbia

Richmond sits about 957 miles east of Columbia, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to Virginia 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 $4,490 to $6,690 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 12 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 400 around Richmond (215 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 Richmond.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Richmond about 237,257. Richmond is the denser city (3,783 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 Richmond

Full-service estimate for 957 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,800 $2,190 $2,670
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,700 $3,290 $4,010
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,490 $5,480 $6,690
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,190 $8,770 $10,700
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,890 $12,060 $14,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,020

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,760

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

Full-service mover

$4,490–$6,690

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Columbia, MO → Richmond, VA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Richmond (destination)

Tforce Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tforce Freight INC

USDOT
121058
MC
109533
Based in
Henrico, VA 23233 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4,155 trucks, 4,379 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (800) 333-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stewart Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: The Wes Stewart Corporation

USDOT
1194537
MC
531584
Based in
Midlothian, VA 23113 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
95 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (910) 435-3161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lion Bg INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1054563
MC
510871
Based in
Chesterfield, VA 23832 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (630) 655-5212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rcs Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rcs Moving LLC

USDOT
805773
MC
376501
Based in
Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (804) 358-4035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evolution Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2109946
MC
735649
Based in
Richmond, VA 23224 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (804) 638-9093 Route Verify on FMCSA

D1 Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: D1 Moving LLC

USDOT
3013397
MC
30349
Based in
Richmond, VA 23230 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Route Verify on FMCSA

Dunmar Moving System

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Centre Carriers Corp

USDOT
392896
MC
137503
Based in
Richmond, VA 23237 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (804) 271-0500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orbit Freight Line INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3760361
MC
1338456
Based in
Chester, VA 23836 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (804) 404-9301 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 400 movers in Richmond

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,800 to $2,670 for a studio, $2,700 to $4,010 for a one-bedroom, $4,490 to $6,690 for a two-bedroom, $7,190 to $10,700 for a three-bedroom and $9,890 to $14,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Richmond from Columbia?

About 957 road miles (811 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 12 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 Richmond?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,020 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,760. 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–Richmond corridor.