Columbus, OH → Tyler, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbus to Tyler

About 1,022 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,510–$6,720, delivery in 3–7 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 153 in Tyler.

1,022 miroad distance
18 h 19 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,510–$6,7202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Ohio
To: Tyler, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,022 miles (866 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 19 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination: 153 (66 interstate)

Reverse: Tyler → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Tyler is a long-distance move of roughly 1,022 road miles, heading southwest from Ohio to Texas.

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 $4,510 to $6,720 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 19 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 153 around Tyler (66 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 Tyler.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Tyler about 113,723. Columbus is considerably denser (4,117 people per square mile versus 1,843), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbus to Tyler

Full-service estimate for 1,022 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,810	$2,200	$2,690
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,710	$3,300	$4,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,510	$5,500	$6,720
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,220	$8,810	$10,740
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,930	$12,110	$14,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,500–$2,120

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

Portable container

$1,930–$2,840

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

Full-service mover

$4,510–$6,720

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 Tyler (destination)

Hutchinson Enterprisesllc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3233476
MC: 1014226
Based in: Tyler, TX 75702 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (321) 318-1070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crow Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Absolute Towing & Recovery LLC

USDOT: 1870325
MC: 702335
Based in: Lindale, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (903) 253-1307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Tyler

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service INC

USDOT: 3767820
MC: 1343917
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 405-5957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tilley Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3059078
MC: 54137
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (903) 714-1893 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bumblebee Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642926
MC: 921309
Based in: Tyler, TX 75706 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (903) 530-5432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mitchell & Mitchell Logisticsamericas Favorite Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mitchell And Mitchell Business Services Corp

USDOT: 4203307
MC: 1621990
Based in: Tyler, TX 75701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 330-9169 Route Verify on FMCSA

Webber Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3379933
MC: 1084637
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 575-9726 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swann'S Furniture And Design LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4091651
MC: 1558866
Based in: Tyler, TX 75703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (903) 561-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 153 movers in Tyler

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,810 to $2,690 for a studio, $2,710 to $4,030 for a one-bedroom, $4,510 to $6,720 for a two-bedroom, $7,220 to $10,740 for a three-bedroom and $9,930 to $14,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tyler from Columbus?

About 1,022 road miles (866 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 19 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Tyler?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,500 to $2,120 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,930 to $2,840. 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–Tyler corridor.