Columbus, GA → Muskegon, MI · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbus to Muskegon

About 878 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,210–$6,270, delivery in 2–5 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 55 in Muskegon.

878 miroad distance
15 h 50 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,210–$6,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Georgia
To: Muskegon, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 878 miles (744 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 50 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 55 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Muskegon → Columbus

The route from Columbus, GA to Muskegon, MI covers roughly 878 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the 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 $4,210 to $6,270 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 15 h 50 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 55 around Muskegon (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 Muskegon.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and Muskegon about 38,000. Muskegon is the denser city (2,709 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 Muskegon

Full-service estimate for 878 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,680	$2,050	$2,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,530	$3,080	$3,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,210	$5,140	$6,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,740	$8,220	$10,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,270	$11,300	$13,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,200–$1,700

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

Portable container

$1,800–$2,650

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

Full-service mover

$4,210–$6,270

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 Muskegon (destination)

Intra City Dispatch INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 474716
MC: 198126
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (231) 739-6270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steadfast Shipping

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Steadfast Shipping LLC

USDOT: 423654
MC: 516749
Based in: Nunica, MI 49448 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (616) 842-1392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brockstar Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2022408
MC: 962557
Based in: Norton Shores, MI 49444 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (231) 744-9561 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Michigan Dirtworks LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1924914
MC: 1583638
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (231) 788-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricdas LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2189615
MC: 760009
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (989) 817-2060 Route Verify on FMCSA

S&t Expediting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3634075
MC: 1246148
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (231) 343-4089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aidan Trucking

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3676194
MC: 1276759
Based in: Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (231) 638-1053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tnt Always Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3122307
MC: 88656
Based in: Michigan, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (231) 578-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Muskegon

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,680 to $2,510 for a studio, $2,530 to $3,760 for a one-bedroom, $4,210 to $6,270 for a two-bedroom, $6,740 to $10,030 for a three-bedroom and $9,270 to $13,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Muskegon from Columbus?

About 878 road miles (744 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 50 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Michigan 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 Muskegon?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,200 to $1,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,800 to $2,650. 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–Muskegon corridor.