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Columbia, MO → Wichita Falls, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Wichita Falls

About 578 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,430–$5,110, delivery in 2–5 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 41 in Wichita Falls.

  • 578 miroad distance
  • 10 h 40 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,430–$5,1102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 578 miles (490 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 40 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination
41 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Wichita Falls → Columbia

The route from Columbia, MO to Wichita Falls, TX covers roughly 578 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 $3,430 to $5,110 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 10 h 40 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 41 around Wichita Falls (13 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 Wichita Falls.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Wichita Falls about 101,951. Columbia is considerably denser (1,899 people per square mile versus 1,421), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Wichita Falls

Full-service estimate for 578 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,370 $1,670 $2,040
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,060 $2,510 $3,060
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,430 $4,190 $5,110
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,490 $6,700 $8,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,550 $9,210 $11,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$890–$1,260

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

Portable container

$1,540–$2,260

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

Full-service mover

$3,430–$5,110

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Columbia, MO → Wichita Falls, TX. 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 Wichita Falls (destination)

De LA Garza Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: De LA Garza Transport LLC

USDOT
2273309
MC
776399
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (940) 447-4997 Route Verify on FMCSA

K&d Transport Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3916623
MC
1447415
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (469) 669-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr04 Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4462195
MC
1759923
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (909) 953-6862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Active Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4530683
MC
1796455
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76309 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (469) 831-7803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wingfield Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3584268
MC
1211815
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (940) 224-2073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blj Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4416386
MC
1735635
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76306 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (940) 730-3690 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wichita Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Wichita Valley Distributors INC

USDOT
518157
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76310 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (940) 217-6812 Route Verify on FMCSA

B&a Reliable Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4037406
MC
1526938
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76305 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (940) 232-4745 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 41 movers in Wichita Falls

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbia to Wichita Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,370 to $2,040 for a studio, $2,060 to $3,060 for a one-bedroom, $3,430 to $5,110 for a two-bedroom, $5,490 to $8,170 for a three-bedroom and $7,550 to $11,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wichita Falls from Columbia?

About 578 road miles (490 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 40 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 Texas 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 Wichita Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $890 to $1,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,540 to $2,260. 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–Wichita Falls corridor.