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

Movers from Columbia to Cheyenne

About 1,641 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,870–$8,740, delivery in 5–10 days, 389 carriers on the Columbia side and 31 in Cheyenne.

  • 1,641 miroad distance
  • 29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,870–$8,7402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,641 miles (1,391 straight-line)
Drive time
29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
389 (223 interstate)
Movers at destination
31 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Cheyenne → Columbia

Cheyenne sits about 1,641 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 $5,870 to $8,740 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 29 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 31 around Cheyenne (23 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 Cheyenne.

Columbia has a population of about 147,035 and Cheyenne about 66,000. Cheyenne is the denser city (1,792 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 Cheyenne

Full-service estimate for 1,641 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,350 $2,860 $3,490
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,520 $4,300 $5,240
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,870 $7,160 $8,740
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,400 $11,460 $13,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,920 $15,760 $19,220

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,290–$3,230

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

Portable container

$2,480–$3,650

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

Full-service mover

$5,870–$8,740

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

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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 Cheyenne (destination)

Johnson Storage&moving INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Storage & Moving Company

USDOT
286130
MC
231175
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (303) 785-4349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
22889
MC
96339
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (307) 632-9226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miles And Son Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: M & S Logistics LLC

USDOT
2854931
MC
955751
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (970) 556-9366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Cheyenne

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Jr Moves LLC

USDOT
3056856
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (307) 757-3642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aavon Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
100277
MC
126846
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (307) 634-4439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle S Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1996396
MC
764024
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (307) 631-2771 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cast Cares Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2999211
MC
1653870
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (970) 580-7868 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eye See You Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3619333
MC
1235701
Based in
Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (808) 649-8526 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Cheyenne

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,350 to $3,490 for a studio, $3,520 to $5,240 for a one-bedroom, $5,870 to $8,740 for a two-bedroom, $9,400 to $13,980 for a three-bedroom and $12,920 to $19,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cheyenne from Columbia?

About 1,641 road miles (1,391 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Cheyenne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,290 to $3,230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,480 to $3,650. 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–Cheyenne corridor.