Columbus, GA → Medford, OR · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Medford

About 2,562 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,770–$11,550, delivery in 7–14 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 52 in Medford.

2,562 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,770–$11,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Georgia
To: Medford, Oregon
Road distance: ≈ 2,562 miles (2,171 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 52 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Medford → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Medford is a cross-country move of roughly 2,562 road miles, heading northwest from Georgia to Oregon.

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 $7,770 to $11,550 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 44 hours (5 driving days).

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 52 around Medford (26 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 Medford.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and Medford about 88,000. Medford is the denser city (3,027 people per square mile versus 956 in Columbus), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Oregon is a higher-cost state than Georgia, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Medford

Full-service estimate for 2,562 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,110	$3,790	$4,620
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,660	$5,680	$6,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,770	$9,470	$11,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,420	$15,150	$18,490
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,080	$20,830	$25,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,530–$4,990

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

Portable container

$3,310–$4,860

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

Full-service mover

$7,770–$11,550

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 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 Medford (destination)

Dash Transit

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dash Delivery INC

USDOT: 1421056
MC: 747468
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (541) 665-3274 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oldland Distributing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 167502
MC: 150766
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (541) 664-7080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hall Of Fame Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3328174
MC: 1060141
Based in: Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (541) 879-9409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adventure Harvest Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4194186
MC: 1616851
Based in: Eagle Point, OR 97524 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (541) 698-1470 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daniel Fillmore Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Virgil Fillmore

USDOT: 507800
MC: 259570
Based in: Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (916) 718-5640 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ford Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8528813
MC: 65709981
Based in: Medford, OR 97501 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (458) 229-8145 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyriver Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Charles Flynn

USDOT: 1740442
MC: 637414
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (541) 292-4187 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avf Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Javier Andrade Mendoza

USDOT: 3445644
MC: 1120282
Based in: Central Point, OR 97502 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (831) 512-4889 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 52 movers in Medford

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,110 to $4,620 for a studio, $4,660 to $6,930 for a one-bedroom, $7,770 to $11,550 for a two-bedroom, $12,420 to $18,490 for a three-bedroom and $17,080 to $25,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Medford from Columbus?

About 2,562 road miles (2,171 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Oregon 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 Medford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,530 to $4,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,310 to $4,860. 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–Medford corridor.