Columbus, OH → Ukiah, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbus to Ukiah

About 2,507 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,200–$12,200, delivery in 7–14 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 15 in Ukiah.

2,507 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,200–$12,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Ohio
To: Ukiah, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,507 miles (2,125 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination: 15 (3 interstate)

Reverse: Ukiah → Columbus

The route from Columbus, OH to Ukiah, CA covers roughly 2,507 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 $8,200 to $12,200 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 43 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 15 around Ukiah (3 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 Ukiah.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and Ukiah about 17,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,117 and 3,484 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 Ukiah

Full-service estimate for 2,507 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,280	$4,000	$4,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,920	$6,000	$7,320
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,200	$10,000	$12,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,120	$16,000	$19,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,040	$21,990	$26,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,480–$4,910

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

Portable container

$3,260–$4,790

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

Full-service mover

$8,200–$12,200

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

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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 Ukiah (destination)

Gentle Hands Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alfred W Lee

USDOT: 1827764
MC: 850930
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (707) 937-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hiatt And Hiatt

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Hiatt Logging INC

USDOT: 2603700
Based in: Boonville, CA 95415 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 895-3661 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Organics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3221898
Based in: Redwood Vly, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (707) 485-7947 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kleon Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4479802
MC: 1769150
Based in: Ukiah, CA 95482 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (707) 671-5989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbs Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4324101
Based in: Redwood Valley, CA 95470 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (707) 367-3276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norcal Lastmile LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3299864
MC: 1047841
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 34 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (817) 291-5049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alder Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayson I Berger

USDOT: 2808819
MC: 942674
Based in: Fort Bragg, CA 95437 (33 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (707) 964-7917 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gold Coast Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4271838
MC: 1659135
Based in: Clearlake, CA 95422 (32 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (925) 844-3247 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 15 movers in Ukiah

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,280 to $4,880 for a studio, $4,920 to $7,320 for a one-bedroom, $8,200 to $12,200 for a two-bedroom, $13,120 to $19,510 for a three-bedroom and $18,040 to $26,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ukiah from Columbus?

About 2,507 road miles (2,125 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 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 Ukiah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,480 to $4,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,260 to $4,790. 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–Ukiah corridor.