Columbia, SC → St. George, UT · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbia to St. George

About 2,170 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,820–$10,140, delivery in 5–10 days, 389 carriers on the Columbia side and 70 in St. George.

2,170 miroad distance
38 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,820–$10,1402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, South Carolina
To: St. George, Utah
Road distance: ≈ 2,170 miles (1,839 straight-line)
Drive time: 38 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 389 (223 interstate)
Movers at destination: 70 (45 interstate)

Reverse: St. George → Columbia

The route from Columbia, SC to St. George, UT covers roughly 2,170 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,820 to $10,140 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 38 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 70 around St. George (45 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 St. George.

Columbia has a population of about 147,035 and St. George about 108,713. The two cities have comparable density (999 and 1,215 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Columbia to St. George

Full-service estimate for 2,170 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,730	$3,330	$4,060
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,820	$8,310	$10,140
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,910	$13,300	$16,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,000	$18,290	$22,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,980–$4,210

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

Portable container

$2,960–$4,350

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

Full-service mover

$6,820–$10,140

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 St. George (destination)

Andrus Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 167651
MC: 160950
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 308 trucks, 337 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (435) 673-1566 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parke Cox Trucking Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 123792
MC: 199145
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 81 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Route Verify on FMCSA

Boulevard Home Furnishings

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Wittwer INC

USDOT: 321317
Based in: Saint George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (435) 986-3100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bakston Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 913315
MC: 395788
Based in: Saint George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (435) 673-7971 Route Verify on FMCSA

Surety Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jet Transport INC

USDOT: 2078094
MC: 725756
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (385) 246-1380 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intellatrans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2930684
MC: 989533
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (909) 815-0833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1452313
MC: 548850
Based in: Saint George, UT 84770 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (877) 780-7466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jemmer Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1247534
MC: 661077
Based in: St George, UT 84790 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (435) 673-4767 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 70 movers in St. George

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in St. George accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbia to St. George?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,730 to $4,060 for a studio, $4,090 to $6,090 for a one-bedroom, $6,820 to $10,140 for a two-bedroom, $10,910 to $16,230 for a three-bedroom and $15,000 to $22,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. George from Columbia?

About 2,170 road miles (1,839 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 38 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 Utah 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 St. George?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,980 to $4,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,960 to $4,350. 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–St. George corridor.