Columbia, SC → Sedona, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbia to Sedona

About 2,069 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,660–$9,910, delivery in 5–10 days, 389 carriers on the Columbia side and 14 in Sedona.

2,069 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,660–$9,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, South Carolina
To: Sedona, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 2,069 miles (1,754 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 389 (223 interstate)
Movers at destination: 14 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Sedona → Columbia

Moving from Columbia to Sedona is a cross-country move of roughly 2,069 road miles, heading west from South Carolina 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 $6,660 to $9,910 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 36 hours (5 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 14 around Sedona (4 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 Sedona.

Columbia has a population of about 147,035 and Sedona about 10,000. Columbia is considerably denser (999 people per square mile versus 530), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Sedona

Full-service estimate for 2,069 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,660	$3,250	$3,960
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,000	$4,870	$5,950
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,660	$8,120	$9,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,660	$12,990	$15,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,650	$17,870	$21,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,880–$4,060

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

Portable container

$2,870–$4,220

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

Full-service mover

$6,660–$9,910

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 Sedona (destination)

Baja Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3883246
MC: 1432130
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Route Verify on FMCSA

Magic Movers US LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4333073
MC: 1692039
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86336 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (712) 223-5888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Squeaky Clean Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Squeaky Clean Services

USDOT: 4045982
Based in: Sedona, AZ 86351 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (602) 367-4848 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Wright Tree Service

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2084829
Based in: Cornville, AZ 86325 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (928) 634-4504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thanks For The Help LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3117138
MC: 85905
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (928) 499-7697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Orange Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2554166
MC: 975393
Based in: Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (928) 202-4141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Express

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Archer Express LLC

USDOT: 1858213
MC: 691171
Based in: Clarkdale, AZ 86324 (18 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 639-3533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Towing & Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Seven Arrows LLC

USDOT: 1421463
MC: 537593
Based in: Camp Verde, AZ 86322 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 567-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 14 movers in Sedona

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,660 to $3,960 for a studio, $4,000 to $5,950 for a one-bedroom, $6,660 to $9,910 for a two-bedroom, $10,660 to $15,850 for a three-bedroom and $14,650 to $21,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Sedona from Columbia?

About 2,069 road miles (1,754 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 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 Sedona?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,880 to $4,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,870 to $4,220. 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–Sedona corridor.