Pomona, CA

Columbus, GA → Pomona, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Pomona

About 2,235 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,830–$11,650, delivery in 7–14 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 628 in Pomona.

  • 2,235 miroad distance
  • 39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,830–$11,6502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,235 miles (1,894 straight-line)
Drive time
39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination
628 (314 interstate)

Reverse: Pomona → Columbus

The route from Columbus, GA to Pomona, CA covers roughly 2,235 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 $7,830 to $11,650 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 39 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 628 around Pomona (314 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 Pomona.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and Pomona about 147,807. Pomona is the denser city (6,596 people per square mile versus 956 in Columbus), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California 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 Pomona

Full-service estimate for 2,235 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,130 $3,820 $4,660
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,700 $5,730 $6,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,830 $9,550 $11,650
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,530 $15,280 $18,640
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,230 $21,010 $25,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,050–$4,300

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

Portable container

$3,010–$4,430

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

Full-service mover

$7,830–$11,650

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 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

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

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

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

Np Logistics

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

Two Men And A Truck - Columbus

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

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

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

All 138 movers in Columbus

Near Pomona (destination)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1582586
MC
609813
Based in
Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296394
MC
1045263
Based in
City Of Industry, CA 91744 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Nationwide Trans, Inc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1470669
MC
555361
Based in
Chino, CA 91710 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3193098
MC
137968
Based in
Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Rge Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
523064
MC
628016
Based in
Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Bigbear Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2914596
MC
982493
Based in
City Of Industry, CA 91745 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Cardenas Markets LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2953855
MC
1416618
Based in
Ontario, CA 91761 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

All 628 movers in Pomona

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,130 to $4,660 for a studio, $4,700 to $6,990 for a one-bedroom, $7,830 to $11,650 for a two-bedroom, $12,530 to $18,640 for a three-bedroom and $17,230 to $25,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pomona from Columbus?

About 2,235 road miles (1,894 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 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 California 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 Pomona?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,050 to $4,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,010 to $4,430. 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–Pomona corridor.