Columbus, OH → West Palm Beach, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Columbus to West Palm Beach

About 1,097 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,790–$7,130, delivery in 3–7 days, 854 carriers on the Columbus side and 446 in West Palm Beach.

1,097 miroad distance
19 h 37 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,790–$7,1302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Ohio
To: West Palm Beach, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,097 miles (929 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 37 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 854 (547 interstate)
Movers at destination: 446 (162 interstate)

Reverse: West Palm Beach → Columbus

The route from Columbus, OH to West Palm Beach, FL covers roughly 1,097 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,790 to $7,130 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 19 h 37 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 446 around West Palm Beach (162 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 West Palm Beach.

Columbus has a population of about 938,396 and West Palm Beach about 127,189. Columbus is considerably denser (4,117 people per square mile versus 2,182), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Columbus to West Palm Beach

Full-service estimate for 1,097 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,920	$2,340	$2,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,870	$3,510	$4,280
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,790	$5,840	$7,130
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,660	$9,350	$11,400
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,540	$12,850	$15,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,580–$2,230

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

Portable container

$2,000–$2,940

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

Full-service mover

$4,790–$7,130

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 West Palm Beach (destination)

Cheney Brothers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 41648
MC: 895890
Based in: Riviera Beach, FL 33404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 753 trucks, 975 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (561) 845-4721 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circuit

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Circuit Transit INC

USDOT: 3562459
MC: 1485340
Based in: West Palm Bch, FL 33401 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 192 trucks, 318 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (646) 504-3733 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Greek Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sfakia LLC

USDOT: 2562486
MC: 894264
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33413 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (561) 683-1313 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safebound Moving Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Safebound Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2900155
MC: 975408
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33413 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (561) 510-7191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excelsior Wpb LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3313823
MC: 1054919
Based in: West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (561) 512-6018 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jcal Holdings LLC

USDOT: 2071964
MC: 14116
Based in: Lake Worth, FL 33461 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (561) 687-5005 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of The Palm Beaches LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2785473
MC: 928227
Based in: Riviera Beach, FL 33404 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Zip Transport & Services INC

USDOT: 709590
MC: 327506
Based in: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33409 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (954) 678-4747 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 446 movers in West Palm Beach

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in West Palm Beach if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Columbus to West Palm Beach?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,920 to $2,850 for a studio, $2,870 to $4,280 for a one-bedroom, $4,790 to $7,130 for a two-bedroom, $7,660 to $11,400 for a three-bedroom and $10,540 to $15,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is West Palm Beach from Columbus?

About 1,097 road miles (929 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 37 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 Florida 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 West Palm Beach?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,580 to $2,230 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,000 to $2,940. 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–West Palm Beach corridor.