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Columbus, OH → Newport Beach, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Newport Beach

About 2,322 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,880–$11,720, delivery in 7–14 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 298 in Newport Beach.

  • 2,322 miroad distance
  • 40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,880–$11,7202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,322 miles (1,968 straight-line)
Drive time
40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination
298 (107 interstate)

Reverse: Newport Beach → Columbus

The route from Columbus, OH to Newport Beach, CA covers roughly 2,322 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,880 to $11,720 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 40 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 298 around Newport Beach (107 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 Newport Beach.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Newport Beach about 85,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,117 and 3,582 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Newport Beach

Full-service estimate for 2,322 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,150 $3,840 $4,690
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,730 $5,760 $7,030
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,880 $9,610 $11,720
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,600 $15,370 $18,750
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,330 $21,130 $25,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,290–$4,640

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

Portable container

$3,090–$4,550

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

Full-service mover

$7,880–$11,720

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 Newport Beach (destination)

Temco Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Home Express Delivery Service LLC

USDOT
2714701
MC
117140
Based in
Irvine, CA 92614 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2,493 trucks, 3,975 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (714) 552-9014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tectonic Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3293353
MC
1043255
Based in
Santa Ana, CA 92707 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (949) 664-9708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apollo Couriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1030265
MC
987394
Based in
Irvine, CA 92618 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (310) 337-0377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lgl INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2448815
MC
845207
Based in
Irvine, CA 92603 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (661) 873-5730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Laverde Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1156979
MC
909517
Based in
Garden Grove, CA 92840 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (714) 726-0686 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maeflower Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maeflower Logistics LLC

USDOT
3405755
MC
1097046
Based in
Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
15 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (949) 216-0290 Route Verify on FMCSA

Student Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Student Movers INC

USDOT
2769852
MC
61421
Based in
Newport Beach, CA 92663 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (877) 336-6838 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargo Alliance LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3323258
MC
1096836
Based in
Irvine, CA 92620 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (818) 357-1301 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 298 movers in Newport Beach

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbus to Newport Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,150 to $4,690 for a studio, $4,730 to $7,030 for a one-bedroom, $7,880 to $11,720 for a two-bedroom, $12,600 to $18,750 for a three-bedroom and $17,330 to $25,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newport Beach from Columbus?

About 2,322 road miles (1,968 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California 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 Newport Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,290 to $4,640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,090 to $4,550. 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–Newport Beach corridor.