Columbia, SC → South Fulton, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Columbia to South Fulton

About 251 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,400–$3,570, delivery in 1–3 days, 389 carriers on the Columbia side and 1,228 in South Fulton.

251 miroad distance
5 h 2 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,400–$3,5702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, South Carolina
To: South Fulton, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 251 miles (213 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 2 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 389 (223 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,228 (556 interstate)

Reverse: South Fulton → Columbia

The route from Columbia, SC to South Fulton, GA covers roughly 251 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,400 to $3,570 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 2 min.

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 1,228 around South Fulton (556 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 South Fulton.

Columbia has a population of about 147,035 and South Fulton about 112,820. The two cities have comparable density (999 and 1,261 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Columbia to South Fulton

Full-service estimate for 251 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,190	$1,450	$1,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,440	$1,750	$2,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,400	$2,920	$3,570
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,840	$4,680	$5,710
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,270	$6,430	$7,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$410–$580

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

Portable container

$1,240–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,400–$3,570

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 South Fulton (destination)

Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lss28 Transportation & Logistics LLC

USDOT: 4445950
MC: 1751299
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (770) 862-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 617228
MC: 295835
Based in: Forest Park, GA 30297 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (770) 487-5618 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Seal Incnoble Sealbg INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Barnette Group INC

USDOT: 4163620
MC: 1600379
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (678) 223-3670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayside Global Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3450596
MC: 1123263
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Flood Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 977313
MC: 413332
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30336 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (404) 799-3744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dtm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Davidson Transportation Marketing INC

USDOT: 295252
MC: 870681
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (404) 761-6333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otad On Time Accurate Delivery

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3294182
MC: 1043650
Based in: Fayetteville, GA 30214 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (404) 536-0301 Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 983994
MC: 417515
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30354 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (678) 365-5988 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,228 movers in South Fulton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbia to South Fulton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,770 for a studio, $1,440 to $2,140 for a one-bedroom, $2,400 to $3,570 for a two-bedroom, $3,840 to $5,710 for a three-bedroom and $5,270 to $7,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Fulton from Columbia?

About 251 road miles (213 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Georgia 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 South Fulton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $410 to $580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,830. 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–South Fulton corridor.