Columbia, SC → Casper, WY · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbia to Casper

About 1,766 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,060–$9,020, delivery in 5–10 days, 389 carriers on the Columbia side and 25 in Casper.

1,766 miroad distance
31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,060–$9,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, South Carolina
To: Casper, Wyoming
Road distance: ≈ 1,766 miles (1,496 straight-line)
Drive time: 31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 389 (223 interstate)
Movers at destination: 25 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Casper → Columbia

Casper sits about 1,766 miles northwest of Columbia, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Carolina to Wyoming that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,060 to $9,020 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 31 hours (4 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 25 around Casper (14 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 Casper.

Columbia has a population of about 147,035 and Casper about 59,000. Casper is the denser city (2,207 people per square mile versus 999 in Columbia), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Wyoming levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Casper

Full-service estimate for 1,766 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,430	$2,960	$3,610
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,640	$4,440	$5,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,060	$7,390	$9,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,700	$11,830	$14,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,340	$16,270	$19,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,410–$3,410

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

Portable container

$2,600–$3,820

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

Full-service mover

$6,060–$9,020

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 Casper (destination)

Inno Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 899962
MC: 1469538
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (229) 358-8757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Night Owl Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3822280
MC: 1383532
Based in: Casper, WY 82602 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (213) 936-7225 Verify on FMCSA

Antwine Team Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3312326
MC: 1052392
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (307) 441-8999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steeline Hauling LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4552426
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (307) 251-2416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thunderstruck Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: H D Grimes & J D Burnell

USDOT: 1304996
Based in: Mills, WY 82644 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 259-0637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan Washechek Breeze Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dan Washechek

USDOT: 1309155
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 265-5945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beagle Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Robert Lee Beagle

USDOT: 3078894
MC: 65524
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 262-4506 Route Verify on FMCSA

McKendree Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Total Oilfield Rentals INC

USDOT: 314226
MC: 209563
Based in: Casper, WY 82604 (20 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (307) 237-9692 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Casper

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,430 to $3,610 for a studio, $3,640 to $5,410 for a one-bedroom, $6,060 to $9,020 for a two-bedroom, $9,700 to $14,430 for a three-bedroom and $13,340 to $19,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Casper from Columbia?

About 1,766 road miles (1,496 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 South Carolina into Wyoming 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 Casper?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,410 to $3,410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,600 to $3,820. 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–Casper corridor.