El Paso, TX → Columbus, OH · Cross-country move

Movers from El Paso to Columbus

About 1,678 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,930–$8,820, delivery in 5–10 days, 360 carriers on the El Paso side and 854 in Columbus.

1,678 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,930–$8,8202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: El Paso, Texas
To: Columbus, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 1,678 miles (1,422 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 360 (263 interstate)
Movers at destination: 854 (547 interstate)

Reverse: Columbus → El Paso

Moving from El Paso to Columbus is a cross-country move of roughly 1,678 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Ohio.

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 $5,930 to $8,820 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the El Paso side there are 360 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (263 of them authorized for interstate work), and 854 around Columbus (547 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 Columbus.

El Paso has a population of about 683,012 and Columbus about 938,396. Columbus is the denser city (4,117 people per square mile versus 2,627 in El Paso), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Ohio does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from El Paso to Columbus

Full-service estimate for 1,678 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,370	$2,890	$3,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,560	$4,340	$5,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,930	$7,230	$8,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,490	$11,570	$14,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,040	$15,910	$19,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,320–$3,280

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

Portable container

$2,520–$3,700

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

Full-service mover

$5,930–$8,820

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 El Paso (origin)

Erives Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1807687
MC: 657011
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 420 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (915) 881-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2257332
MC: 770314
Based in: El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (915) 772-7965 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gx3 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3214549
MC: 1004644
Based in: Canutillo, TX 79835 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (915) 222-8101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priority Freight Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gerardo Ortiz Priority Freight Lines INC

USDOT: 998388
MC: 419934
Based in: El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (915) 594-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

J J A Munoz Dist

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J J A Munoz Dist INC

USDOT: 820957
MC: 361633
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (915) 858-4660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agr Logistic Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3522507
MC: 1385704
Based in: El Paso, TX 79911 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (575) 200-0222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jpn Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3536550
MC: 1179245
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (915) 491-8297 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lechuga Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2364352
MC: 810519
Based in: El Paso, TX 79922 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (915) 253-6201 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 360 movers in El Paso

Near Columbus (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from El Paso to Columbus?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,370 to $3,530 for a studio, $3,560 to $5,290 for a one-bedroom, $5,930 to $8,820 for a two-bedroom, $9,490 to $14,110 for a three-bedroom and $13,040 to $19,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Columbus from El Paso?

About 1,678 road miles (1,422 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Texas into Ohio 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 El Paso to Columbus?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,320 to $3,280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,520 to $3,700. 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 El Paso–Columbus corridor.