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Goodyear, AZ

Columbus, OH → Goodyear, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Goodyear

About 1,989 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,540–$9,720, delivery in 5–10 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 201 in Goodyear.

  • 1,989 miroad distance
  • 35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,540–$9,7202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,989 miles (1,686 straight-line)
Drive time
35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination
201 (97 interstate)

Reverse: Goodyear → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Goodyear is a cross-country move of roughly 1,989 road miles, heading west from Ohio to Arizona.

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 $6,540 to $9,720 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 35 hours (4 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 201 around Goodyear (97 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 Goodyear.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Goodyear about 125,359. Columbus is considerably denser (4,117 people per square mile versus 498), 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 Goodyear

Full-service estimate for 1,989 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,610 $3,190 $3,890
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,920 $4,780 $5,830
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,540 $7,970 $9,720
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,460 $12,750 $15,560
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,380 $17,530 $21,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,790–$3,940

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

Portable container

$2,800–$4,110

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

Full-service mover

$6,540–$9,720

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 Goodyear (destination)

Hickman'S Egg Ranch INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
495506
MC
432065
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
78 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (623) 872-1120 Route Verify on FMCSA

45-2382609

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Speedsmart Freight Services INC

USDOT
2587323
MC
906963
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (623) 474-6226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Englund Equipment Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95333
MC
129510
Based in
Avondale, AZ 85323 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (623) 936-3365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Impact Diversity Express Corporation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2893224
MC
972024
Based in
Tolleson, AZ 85353 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Route Verify on FMCSA

Beltran Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1295053
MC
562724
Based in
Buckeye, AZ 85326 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (602) 469-2969 Route Verify on FMCSA

Precision Heavy Haul INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
490862
MC
216287
Based in
Tolleson, AZ 85353 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (623) 936-6161 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bosnic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1419534
MC
527402
Based in
Laveen, AZ 85339 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (602) 237-8220 Route Verify on FMCSA

J & J Transports INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2556837
MC
891686
Based in
Goodyear, AZ 85338 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (602) 714-0266 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 201 movers in Goodyear

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,610 to $3,890 for a studio, $3,920 to $5,830 for a one-bedroom, $6,540 to $9,720 for a two-bedroom, $10,460 to $15,560 for a three-bedroom and $14,380 to $21,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Goodyear from Columbus?

About 1,989 road miles (1,686 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 hours (4 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 Arizona 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 Goodyear?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,790 to $3,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,800 to $4,110. 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–Goodyear corridor.