Columbus, OH → Coeur d'Alene, ID · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Coeur d'Alene

About 2,066 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,590–$9,800, delivery in 5–10 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 56 in Coeur d'Alene.

2,066 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,590–$9,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Ohio
To: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 2,066 miles (1,751 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Coeur d'Alene → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Coeur d'Alene is a cross-country move of roughly 2,066 road miles, heading northwest from Ohio to Idaho.

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 $6,590 to $9,800 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 36 hours (5 driving days).

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 56 around Coeur d'Alene (45 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 Coeur d'Alene.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Coeur d'Alene about 58,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,117 and 3,390 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Coeur d'Alene

Full-service estimate for 2,066 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,640	$3,210	$3,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,950	$4,820	$5,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,590	$8,030	$9,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,540	$12,850	$15,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,490	$17,670	$21,560

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,870–$4,060

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

Portable container

$2,860–$4,210

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

Full-service mover

$6,590–$9,800

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

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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 Coeur d'Alene (destination)

Paradise Amusements

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paradise Amusements INC

USDOT: 1428525
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (208) 687-8787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carrel Brothers Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1056882
MC: 439672
Based in: Hayden, ID 83835 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (208) 626-5657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2843185
MC: 10110
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (208) 449-6080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alliance Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1127257
MC: 455579
Based in: Coeur D Alene, ID 83815 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (208) 676-1088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gman'S Lc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5509433
MC: 68856213
Based in: Hayden, ID 83835 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (208) 210-7502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3198568
MC: 157892
Based in: Coeur D'Alene, ID 83815 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 659-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1009960
MC: 615856
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (208) 777-0929 Route Verify on FMCSA

Panhandle Moverslake Coeur D'Alene Moversbest Of Spokane M

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Panhandle Movers LLC

USDOT: 3867531
MC: 1414914
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 449-7742 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Coeur d'Alene

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbus to Coeur d'Alene?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,640 to $3,920 for a studio, $3,950 to $5,880 for a one-bedroom, $6,590 to $9,800 for a two-bedroom, $10,540 to $15,680 for a three-bedroom and $14,490 to $21,560 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Coeur d'Alene from Columbus?

About 2,066 road miles (1,751 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 Ohio into Idaho 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 Coeur d'Alene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,870 to $4,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,860 to $4,210. 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–Coeur d'Alene corridor.