Columbus, GA → South Fulton, GA · Short-haul move

Movers from Columbus to South Fulton

About 94 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,430–$2,130, delivery in 1–2 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 1,228 in South Fulton.

94 miroad distance
2 h 19 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,430–$2,1302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Georgia
To: South Fulton, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 94 miles (80 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 19 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Georgia)
Movers at origin: 138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,228 (556 interstate)

Reverse: South Fulton → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to South Fulton is a short-haul move of roughly 94 road miles, heading north within Georgia.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 19 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,430 and $2,130, before packing or storage.

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 1,228 around South Fulton (556 interstate). For an in-state 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 South Fulton.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and South Fulton about 112,820. South Fulton is the denser city (1,261 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 South Fulton

Full-service estimate for 94 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$820	$1,000	$1,220
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$930	$1,130	$1,380
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,430	$1,750	$2,130
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,130	$2,600	$3,170
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,090	$3,760	$4,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$350

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,620

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

Full-service mover

$1,430–$2,130

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 South Fulton (destination)

Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lss28 Transportation & Logistics LLC

USDOT: 4445950
MC: 1751299
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (770) 862-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 617228
MC: 295835
Based in: Forest Park, GA 30297 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (770) 487-5618 Route Verify on FMCSA

Noble Seal Incnoble Sealbg INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Barnette Group INC

USDOT: 4163620
MC: 1600379
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (678) 223-3670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayside Global Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3450596
MC: 1123263
Based in: Douglasville, GA 30135 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Flood Brothers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 977313
MC: 413332
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30336 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (404) 799-3744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dtm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Davidson Transportation Marketing INC

USDOT: 295252
MC: 870681
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30349 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (404) 761-6333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otad On Time Accurate Delivery

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3294182
MC: 1043650
Based in: Fayetteville, GA 30214 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (404) 536-0301 Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 983994
MC: 417515
Based in: Atlanta, GA 30354 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (678) 365-5988 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,228 movers in South Fulton

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in South Fulton with daylight to spare.
Check Georgia intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.

Near Columbus

Near South Fulton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbus to South Fulton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $820 to $1,220 for a studio, $930 to $1,380 for a one-bedroom, $1,430 to $2,130 for a two-bedroom, $2,130 to $3,170 for a three-bedroom and $3,090 to $4,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is South Fulton from Columbus?

About 94 road miles (80 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 19 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Columbus and South Fulton are in Georgia, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Columbus to South Fulton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,620. 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–South Fulton corridor.