Columbus, OH → Augusta, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbus to Augusta

About 543 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,370–$5,010, delivery in 2–5 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 200 in Augusta.

543 miroad distance
10 h 4 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,370–$5,0102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Ohio
To: Augusta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 543 miles (460 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 4 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination: 200 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Augusta is a long-distance move of roughly 543 road miles, heading south from Ohio to Georgia.

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 $3,370 to $5,010 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 10 h 4 min.

On the Columbus side there are 854 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (547 of them authorized for interstate work), and 200 around Augusta (127 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 Augusta.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Augusta about 201,999. Columbus is considerably denser (4,117 people per square mile versus 668), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 543 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,350	$1,640	$2,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,020	$2,460	$3,010
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,370	$4,110	$5,010
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,390	$6,570	$8,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,410	$9,030	$11,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$860–$1,210

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

Portable container

$1,500–$2,210

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

Full-service mover

$3,370–$5,010

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

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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)

Faf

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Faf LLC

USDOT: 728630
MC: 333604
Based in: Groveport, OH 43125 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,729 trucks, 1,917 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (614) 497-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stg Cartage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 50242
MC: 97977
Based in: Dublin, OH 43017 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 425 trucks, 425 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (614) 923-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gray Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3589205
MC: 1215090
Based in: Columbus, OH 43230 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 284 trucks, 290 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (614) 200-5714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbs Trucking J Boren & Sons Trucking Lyle Gamradt

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J Boren & Son'S Trucking INC

USDOT: 444507
MC: 245894
Based in: Columbus, OH 43228 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 161 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (877) 918-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jrd Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2514289
MC: 873159
Based in: New Albany, OH 43054 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 152 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (614) 534-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excel Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2258095
MC: 770605
Based in: Grove City, OH 43123 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 141 trucks, 191 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (614) 826-1988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pappas Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ag Container Transport LLC

USDOT: 2080664
MC: 726431
Based in: Lockbourne, OH 43137 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (614) 215-9558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Milexpress

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4555229
MC: 1809717
Based in: Columbus, OH 43215 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 1,000 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (517) 291-0544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 854 movers in Columbus

Near Augusta (destination)

Turner Transportation Specialists INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 627071
MC: 141754
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (706) 722-0478 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chancey'S Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 514650
MC: 654579
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (706) 796-1642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adsi Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 754250
MC: 341078
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (706) 793-0186 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckaugusta

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thompson & Webster LLC

USDOT: 955615
MC: 408946
Based in: Augusta, GA 30909 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (706) 364-1754 Route Verify on FMCSA

H & S Transfer Companyinc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 92748
MC: 129267
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (706) 722-7582 Route Verify on FMCSA

Time Transportation & Leasing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 387338
MC: 220857
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (706) 722-5448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Freight Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2174279
MC: 869487
Based in: Hephzibah, GA 30815 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (706) 829-3538 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scotts Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348219
MC: 1699797
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (706) 306-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 200 movers in Augusta

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,350 to $2,000 for a studio, $2,020 to $3,010 for a one-bedroom, $3,370 to $5,010 for a two-bedroom, $5,390 to $8,020 for a three-bedroom and $7,410 to $11,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Columbus?

About 543 road miles (460 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 4 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 Ohio into Georgia 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 Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $860 to $1,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,210. 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–Augusta corridor.