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Columbus, OH → Provo, UT · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Provo

About 1,779 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,210–$9,240, delivery in 5–10 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 113 in Provo.

  • 1,779 miroad distance
  • 31 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,210–$9,2402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,779 miles (1,508 straight-line)
Drive time
31 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination
113 (65 interstate)

Reverse: Provo → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Provo is a cross-country move of roughly 1,779 road miles, heading west from Ohio to Utah.

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 $6,210 to $9,240 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 31 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 113 around Provo (65 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 Provo.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Provo about 114,527. Columbus is considerably denser (4,117 people per square mile versus 2,762), 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 Provo

Full-service estimate for 1,779 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,480 $3,030 $3,700
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,730 $4,540 $5,540
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,210 $7,570 $9,240
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,930 $12,110 $14,780
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,660 $16,660 $20,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,430–$3,430

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

Portable container

$2,610–$3,830

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

Full-service mover

$6,210–$9,240

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Columbus, OH → Provo, UT. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Provo (destination)

Arrived Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3464091
MC
1132172
Based in
Springville, UT 84663 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
51 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (801) 440-0415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riverwood Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Riverwood Management INC

USDOT
1269113
MC
585156
Based in
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (801) 368-1388 Route Verify on FMCSA

Can Do Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2527992
MC
878223
Based in
Mapleton, UT 84664 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (801) 427-1723 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apt Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mvp Transpro LLC

USDOT
2394952
MC
823379
Based in
Springville, UT 84663 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (801) 830-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteglove Delivery And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Delivery Depot

USDOT
4492690
MC
1776206
Based in
Springville, UT 84663 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (801) 623-0979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xl Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Xl Companies Corporation

USDOT
3232528
MC
1079394
Based in
Orem, UT 84057 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (801) 358-3870 Route Verify on FMCSA

A1 Custom Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1271923
MC
496798
Based in
Orem, UT 84097 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (801) 319-5016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dos Gallos

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Alice Lane Home Collection LLC

USDOT
2505025
MC
1127514
Based in
Lindon, UT 84042 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (800) 423-7757 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 113 movers in Provo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,700 for a studio, $3,730 to $5,540 for a one-bedroom, $6,210 to $9,240 for a two-bedroom, $9,930 to $14,780 for a three-bedroom and $13,660 to $20,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Provo from Columbus?

About 1,779 road miles (1,508 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 31 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 Utah 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 Provo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,430 to $3,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,610 to $3,830. 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–Provo corridor.