Columbus, GA → Edinburg, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbus to Edinburg

About 1,069 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,700–$6,990, delivery in 3–7 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 307 in Edinburg.

1,069 miroad distance
19 h 8 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,700–$6,9902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Georgia
To: Edinburg, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,069 miles (906 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 8 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 307 (188 interstate)

Reverse: Edinburg → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Edinburg is a long-distance move of roughly 1,069 road miles, heading southwest from Georgia to Texas.

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 $4,700 to $6,990 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 8 min.

On the Columbus side there are 138 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 of them authorized for interstate work), and 307 around Edinburg (188 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 Edinburg.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and Edinburg about 110,700. Edinburg is the denser city (2,243 people per square mile versus 956 in Columbus), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Edinburg

Full-service estimate for 1,069 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,880	$2,290	$2,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,820	$3,440	$4,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,700	$5,730	$6,990
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,520	$9,170	$11,180
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,340	$12,600	$15,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,190

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$4,700–$6,990

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Columbus (origin)

Transworth Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2392424
MC: 822379
Based in: Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (706) 221-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aflac INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 814481
Based in: Columbus, GA 31999 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (706) 596-3247 Verify on FMCSA

McCarley Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 92776
MC: 129383
Based in: Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (706) 561-5585 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1119388
MC: 458315
Based in: Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 718-1244 Route Verify on FMCSA

Np Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Np Trans INC

USDOT: 3040529
MC: 44363
Based in: Columbus, GA 31909 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (760) 544-6128 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Columbus

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Columbus LLC

USDOT: 4300155
MC: 1674563
Based in: Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (706) 352-9518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Van Line Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 539836
MC: 268369
Based in: Columbus, GA 31903 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (404) 629-0223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Transportation Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1873589
MC: 676526
Based in: Upatoi, GA 31829 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (706) 587-6299 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 138 movers in Columbus

Near Edinburg (destination)

Rapid Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Rapid Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1502769
MC: 564203
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 325 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (956) 702-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unimex Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1970020
MC: 697365
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (956) 213-8150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spirit Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 437028
MC: 152490
Based in: San Juan, TX 78589 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 446 trucks, 218 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (956) 781-7715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2959196
MC: 3661
Based in: Alamo, TX 78516 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 324 trucks, 158 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (956) 202-0779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gec Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3127200
MC: 91149
Based in: Pharr, TX 78577 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 843-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ang Nation Wide Transport

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4251409
MC: 1647997
Based in: McAllen, TX 78501 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (956) 855-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mockingbird Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2882331
MC: 907975
Based in: Donna, TX 78537 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (956) 461-0475 Route Verify on FMCSA

Providence Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1803778
MC: 851622
Based in: Weslaco, TX 78599 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (956) 650-1910 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 307 movers in Edinburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbus to Edinburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,880 to $2,800 for a studio, $2,820 to $4,190 for a one-bedroom, $4,700 to $6,990 for a two-bedroom, $7,520 to $11,180 for a three-bedroom and $10,340 to $15,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Edinburg from Columbus?

About 1,069 road miles (906 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 8 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Georgia into Texas 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 Columbus to Edinburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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 Columbus–Edinburg corridor.