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Columbia, MO → South Bend, IN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to South Bend

About 437 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,970–$4,410, delivery in 1–3 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 173 in South Bend.

  • 437 miroad distance
  • 8 h 14 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,970–$4,4102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 437 miles (371 straight-line)
Drive time
8 h 14 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination
173 (134 interstate)

Reverse: South Bend → Columbia

South Bend sits about 437 miles northeast of Columbia, which makes this an interstate relocation from Missouri to Indiana that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,970 to $4,410 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 8 h 14 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 173 around South Bend (134 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 South Bend.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and South Bend about 103,201. The two cities have comparable density (1,899 and 2,463 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Columbia to South Bend

Full-service estimate for 437 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,190 $1,450 $1,770
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,780 $2,170 $2,650
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,970 $3,620 $4,410
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,750 $5,790 $7,060
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,520 $7,960 $9,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$600–$850

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

Portable container

$1,410–$2,070

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

Full-service mover

$2,970–$4,410

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 South Bend (destination)

K & B Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
75914
MC
1184
Based in
Elkhart, IN 46517 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (574) 389-1986 Route Verify on FMCSA

C W Leasing And Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
573816
MC
279857
Based in
South Bend, IN 46614 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (574) 231-0881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bettchers US Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: US Truck & Trailer Service INC

USDOT
2102979
MC
733462
Based in
Lakeville, IN 46536 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (574) 784-8264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kovac Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1299125
MC
504038
Based in
Mishawaka, IN 46544 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (574) 234-4805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1473865
MC
556503
Based in
New Carlisle, IN 46552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (574) 654-8058 Route Verify on FMCSA

Golden Waffles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: New Carbon Company LLC

USDOT
1486479
MC
1700967
Based in
South Bend, IN 46628 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (574) 850-3609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobalt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3600277
MC
1222643
Based in
South Bend, IN 46637 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (574) 404-1710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fire Bins

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbhim LLC

USDOT
4437382
MC
1746836
Based in
Granger, IN 46530 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (574) 532-4849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 173 movers in South Bend

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbia to South Bend?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,770 for a studio, $1,780 to $2,650 for a one-bedroom, $2,970 to $4,410 for a two-bedroom, $4,750 to $7,060 for a three-bedroom and $6,520 to $9,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Bend from Columbia?

About 437 road miles (371 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 14 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 Indiana 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 South Bend?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $600 to $850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,410 to $2,070. 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–South Bend corridor.