Columbus, OH → Port Angeles, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Port Angeles

About 2,431 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,700–$11,450, delivery in 7–14 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 11 in Port Angeles.

2,431 miroad distance
42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,700–$11,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Ohio
To: Port Angeles, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,431 miles (2,060 straight-line)
Drive time: 42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination: 11 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Port Angeles → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Port Angeles is a cross-country move of roughly 2,431 road miles, heading northwest from Ohio to Washington.

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 $7,700 to $11,450 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 42 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 11 around Port Angeles (2 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 Port Angeles.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Port Angeles about 20,000. Columbus is considerably denser (4,117 people per square mile versus 1,864), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Washington is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Port Angeles

Full-service estimate for 2,431 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,080	$3,760	$4,580
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,620	$5,630	$6,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,700	$9,390	$11,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,320	$15,020	$18,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,940	$20,660	$25,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,400–$4,800

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

Portable container

$3,190–$4,690

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

Full-service mover

$7,700–$11,450

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

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Near Port Angeles (destination)

Puget Sound Transfer & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jayhawk Enterprises INC

USDOT: 430203
MC: 1591731
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (360) 452-2327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derma Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dustin Derma

USDOT: 2394621
MC: 56274
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (360) 417-8195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sassone Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Francesco Sassone

USDOT: 2488308
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (360) 797-0090 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Warehouse LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3555308
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98362 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (360) 460-4746 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amazing Movers 360 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3236584
MC: 1113801
Based in: Port Angeles, WA 98363 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Route Verify on FMCSA

Saa

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Paul M Creech Pianos And Music Academy

USDOT: 2350296
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (360) 681-8187 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americas Elite INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2376917
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (360) 912-0224 Route Verify on FMCSA

Owner

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Glavin Moving Company

USDOT: 2486455
Based in: Sequim, WA 98382 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (360) 809-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 11 movers in Port Angeles

Tips for this move

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.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Port Angeles accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbus to Port Angeles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,080 to $4,580 for a studio, $4,620 to $6,870 for a one-bedroom, $7,700 to $11,450 for a two-bedroom, $12,320 to $18,330 for a three-bedroom and $16,940 to $25,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Port Angeles from Columbus?

About 2,431 road miles (2,060 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 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 Washington 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 Port Angeles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,400 to $4,800 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,190 to $4,690. 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–Port Angeles corridor.