Columbia, SC → Astoria, OR · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbia to Astoria

About 2,813 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,050–$11,980, delivery in 7–14 days, 389 carriers on the Columbia side and 11 in Astoria.

2,813 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,050–$11,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, South Carolina
To: Astoria, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 2,813 miles (2,384 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 389 (223 interstate)
Movers at destination: 11 (8 interstate)

Reverse: Astoria → Columbia

Moving from Columbia to Astoria is a cross-country move of roughly 2,813 road miles, heading northwest from South Carolina to Oregon.

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 $8,050 to $11,980 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 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 11 around Astoria (8 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 Astoria.

Columbia has a population of about 147,035 and Astoria about 10,000. Astoria is the denser city (1,667 people per square mile versus 999 in Columbia), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Oregon is a higher-cost state than South Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Astoria

Full-service estimate for 2,813 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,220	$3,930	$4,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,830	$5,890	$7,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,050	$9,820	$11,980
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,890	$15,720	$19,170
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,720	$21,610	$26,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,940–$5,560

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

Portable container

$3,530–$5,190

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

Full-service mover

$8,050–$11,980

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)

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 Astoria (destination)

City Transfer Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triple T Trucking INC

USDOT: 639381
MC: 300350
Based in: Astoria, OR 97103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (503) 325-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Austin Wirkkala Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3724171
MC: 1312053
Based in: Chinook, WA 98614 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (360) 244-3571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Drft Company Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Drift Company Boat Hauling LLC

USDOT: 2191875
MC: 819498
Based in: Astoria, OR 97103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (503) 816-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Peaks Logistics

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4498095
Based in: Warrenton, OR 97146 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (503) 457-6169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Stinger Trans & Ltl LLC

USDOT: 3909951
MC: 1442992
Based in: Cathlamet, WA 98612 (26 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (253) 606-7943 Route Verify on FMCSA

Commonwealth Industries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4515221
MC: 1788175
Based in: Raymond, WA 98577 (33 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (360) 593-3161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dk Luna Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1630749
MC: 601483
Based in: Longview, WA 98632 (36 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (360) 232-3826 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kenny'S Trucking Again

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kenneth A White

USDOT: 674179
MC: 687495
Based in: Castle Rock, WA 98611 (44 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (916) 599-4261 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Astoria

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,220 to $4,790 for a studio, $4,830 to $7,190 for a one-bedroom, $8,050 to $11,980 for a two-bedroom, $12,890 to $19,170 for a three-bedroom and $17,720 to $26,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Astoria from Columbia?

About 2,813 road miles (2,384 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon 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 Astoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,940 to $5,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,530 to $5,190. 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–Astoria corridor.