Columbia, MO → Yuma, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbia to Yuma

About 1,555 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,830–$8,680, delivery in 5–10 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 66 in Yuma.

1,555 miroad distance
27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,830–$8,6802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Yuma, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,555 miles (1,318 straight-line)
Drive time: 27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 66 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Yuma → Columbia

Moving from Columbia to Yuma is a cross-country move of roughly 1,555 road miles, heading west from Missouri to Arizona.

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 $5,830 to $8,680 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

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 66 around Yuma (57 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 Yuma.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Yuma about 105,227. Columbia is considerably denser (1,899 people per square mile versus 792), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Arizona 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 Yuma

Full-service estimate for 1,555 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,330	$2,840	$3,470
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,500	$4,270	$5,210
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,830	$7,110	$8,680
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,330	$11,380	$13,880
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,830	$15,640	$19,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,200–$3,100

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

Portable container

$2,410–$3,540

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

Full-service mover

$5,830–$8,680

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

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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 Yuma (destination)

Chilo'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1154460
MC: 464398
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (928) 430-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

1989

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: San Luis International Freight Services LLC

USDOT: 463252
MC: 247899
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (928) 627-1855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Brothers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122039
MC: 459887
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (760) 556-5805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank'S Service And Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 574368
MC: 280572
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (928) 627-2615 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casa Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 603725
MC: 290794
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (928) 304-2466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lugo Loads Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2072924
MC: 724364
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (626) 905-1219 Route Verify on FMCSA

Robles Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1076520
MC: 469457
Based in: San Luis, AZ 85349 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (661) 978-0753 Route Verify on FMCSA

Optimus Products LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2629740
MC: 915039
Based in: Somerton, AZ 85350 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (653) 119-1534 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Yuma

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,330 to $3,470 for a studio, $3,500 to $5,210 for a one-bedroom, $5,830 to $8,680 for a two-bedroom, $9,330 to $13,880 for a three-bedroom and $12,830 to $19,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yuma from Columbia?

About 1,555 road miles (1,318 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arizona 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 Yuma?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,200 to $3,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,410 to $3,540. 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–Yuma corridor.