Columbus, OH → High Point, NC · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Columbus to High Point

About 378 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,820–$4,200, delivery in 1–3 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 274 in High Point.

378 miroad distance
7 h 13 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,820–$4,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Ohio
To: High Point, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 378 miles (320 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 13 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination: 274 (195 interstate)

Reverse: High Point → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to High Point is a regional long-distance move of roughly 378 road miles, heading southeast from Ohio to North Carolina.

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 $2,820 to $4,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 13 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 274 around High Point (195 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 High Point.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and High Point about 120,571. Columbus is considerably denser (4,117 people per square mile versus 2,022), 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 High Point

Full-service estimate for 378 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,180	$1,440	$1,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,690	$2,070	$2,520
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,820	$3,440	$4,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,520	$5,510	$6,720
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,210	$7,580	$9,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$540–$760

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

Portable container

$1,360–$2,000

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

Full-service mover

$2,820–$4,200

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)

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 High Point (destination)

Gxo Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gxo Logistics Supply Chain INC

USDOT: 153372
MC: 44538
Based in: High Point, NC 27265 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 337 trucks, 392 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (336) 232-4100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Service First Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1326554
MC: 517070
Based in: Winston Salem, NC 27107 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (336) 650-9986 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kanaan Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2921664
MC: 985394
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27409 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (336) 553-6570 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jafko INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2408962
MC: 828920
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27406 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (336) 417-1081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shuler Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1171840
MC: 731259
Based in: Thomasville, NC 27360 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (336) 476-6477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vmf Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3138274
MC: 97459
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27410 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (336) 580-8967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carr'S Freight Agent INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 597857
MC: 288282
Based in: Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (336) 785-8792 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Logistics And Environmental LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2506322
MC: 869756
Based in: Greensboro, NC 27407 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (336) 662-0292 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 274 movers in High Point

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbus to High Point?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,690 to $2,520 for a one-bedroom, $2,820 to $4,200 for a two-bedroom, $4,520 to $6,720 for a three-bedroom and $6,210 to $9,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is High Point from Columbus?

About 378 road miles (320 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 13 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 North Carolina 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 High Point?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $540 to $760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $2,000. 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–High Point corridor.