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Columbia, SC → Amarillo, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to Amarillo

About 1,405 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,430–$8,080, delivery in 3–7 days, 389 carriers on the Columbia side and 82 in Amarillo.

  • 1,405 miroad distance
  • 24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,430–$8,0802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,405 miles (1,190 straight-line)
Drive time
24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
389 (223 interstate)
Movers at destination
82 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Amarillo → Columbia

Moving from Columbia to Amarillo is a long-distance move of roughly 1,405 road miles, heading west from South Carolina to Texas.

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 $5,430 to $8,080 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Columbia side there are 389 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (223 of them authorized for interstate work), and 82 around Amarillo (45 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 Amarillo.

Columbia has a population of about 147,035 and Amarillo about 205,130. Amarillo is the denser city (1,959 people per square mile versus 999 in Columbia), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Amarillo

Full-service estimate for 1,405 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,170 $2,650 $3,230
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,260 $3,970 $4,850
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,430 $6,620 $8,080
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,690 $10,600 $12,930
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,950 $14,570 $17,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,040–$2,880

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

Portable container

$2,270–$3,340

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

Full-service mover

$5,430–$8,080

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Columbia, SC → Amarillo, 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)

Nilson Van & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
122025
MC
109331
Based in
Columbia, SC 29203 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (803) 786-1090 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Kb Enterprises INC

USDOT
1713552
Based in
Columbia, SC 29209 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (803) 731-7775 Route Verify on FMCSA

R L Solutions Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2074562
MC
749775
Based in
Columbia, SC 29204 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (864) 485-3482 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Time Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On Time Services Incorporated

USDOT
1290786
MC
663927
Based in
West Columbia, SC 29169 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (803) 739-2009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movemart Relocation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
787737
MC
1217231
Based in
Columbia, SC 29201 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (803) 256-1078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bossman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3790147
MC
1360126
Based in
Columbia, SC 29223 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (704) 200-4823 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prohelp LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3304870
MC
1048763
Based in
Columbia, SC 29201 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (803) 776-4357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson & Smith Global Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4464723
MC
1761240
Based in
Columbia, SC 29223 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (803) 939-2014 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 389 movers in Columbia

Near Amarillo (destination)

Panhandle Transportation Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1805503
MC
658792
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
91 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (806) 372-3851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Plains Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Alisam Enterprises LLC

USDOT
2257395
MC
268796
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 83 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (806) 242-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lmse Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2465051
MC
957350
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79108 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (806) 731-4720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mares Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3260407
MC
1027740
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (806) 680-0774 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allegiance Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3348053
MC
1069858
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79109 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (806) 584-4650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mobile On Demand Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1953681
MC
699614
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79110 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (806) 350-6637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viva Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3737604
MC
1321822
Based in
Amarillo, TX 79104 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (915) 238-0696 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ram Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3561243
MC
1196089
Based in
Claude, TX 79109 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (806) 341-6575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 82 movers in Amarillo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,170 to $3,230 for a studio, $3,260 to $4,850 for a one-bedroom, $5,430 to $8,080 for a two-bedroom, $8,690 to $12,930 for a three-bedroom and $11,950 to $17,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Amarillo from Columbia?

About 1,405 road miles (1,190 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 South Carolina 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 Amarillo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,040 to $2,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,340. 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–Amarillo corridor.