Columbus, GA → Mesa, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Mesa

About 1,833 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,390–$9,510, delivery in 5–10 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 834 in Mesa.

1,833 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,390–$9,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Georgia
To: Mesa, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,833 miles (1,553 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 834 (331 interstate)

Reverse: Mesa → Columbus

The route from Columbus, GA to Mesa, AZ covers roughly 1,833 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 $6,390 to $9,510 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 32 hours (4 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 834 around Mesa (331 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 Mesa.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and Mesa about 513,656. Mesa is the denser city (3,636 people per square mile versus 956 in Columbus), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Mesa

Full-service estimate for 1,833 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,560	$3,120	$3,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,830	$4,670	$5,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,390	$7,790	$9,510
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,220	$12,470	$15,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,060	$17,140	$20,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,630–$3,720

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

Portable container

$2,660–$3,910

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

Full-service mover

$6,390–$9,510

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 Mesa (destination)

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3162620
MC: 112279
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85296 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guru Harrai LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2510177
MC: 870556
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85298 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 421-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1329421
MC: 513718
Based in: Chandler, AZ 85225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3338899
MC: 1067588
Based in: Gilbert, AZ 85295 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Just-In Time Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Just-In Time Moving And Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1759501
MC: 823394
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85205 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (480) 213-0395 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawsaw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3084607
MC: 68588
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85210 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (480) 334-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3915387
MC: 1446610
Based in: Mesa, AZ 85202 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glover'S Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Glovers Solutions INC

USDOT: 1341750
MC: 1818780
Based in: Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 20 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (928) 701-2046 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 834 movers in Mesa

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,560 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,830 to $5,700 for a one-bedroom, $6,390 to $9,510 for a two-bedroom, $10,220 to $15,210 for a three-bedroom and $14,060 to $20,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mesa from Columbus?

About 1,833 road miles (1,553 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 hours (4 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 Georgia 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 Columbus to Mesa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,630 to $3,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,910. 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–Mesa corridor.