Greeley, CO → Columbus, OH · Long-distance move

Movers from Greeley to Columbus

About 1,354 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,580–$8,310, delivery in 3–7 days, 112 carriers on the Greeley side and 854 in Columbus.

1,354 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,580–$8,3102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Greeley, Colorado
To: Columbus, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 1,354 miles (1,147 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 112 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination: 854 (547 interstate)

Reverse: Columbus → Greeley

Columbus sits about 1,354 miles east of Greeley, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to Ohio that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,580 to $8,310 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 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Greeley side there are 112 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (61 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.

Greeley has a population of about 115,073 and Columbus about 938,396. Columbus is the denser city (4,117 people per square mile versus 2,225 in Greeley), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Ohio than in Colorado, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Greeley to Columbus

Full-service estimate for 1,354 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,230	$2,720	$3,320
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,350	$4,090	$4,980
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,580	$6,810	$8,310
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,930	$10,890	$13,290
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,280	$14,980	$18,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,990–$2,810

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

Portable container

$2,230–$3,280

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

Full-service mover

$5,580–$8,310

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 Greeley (origin)

Jbs Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 184843
MC: 152285
Based in: Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,188 trucks, 573 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (866) 298-4573 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skybridge Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327639
MC: 1060138
Based in: Windsor, CO 80550 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 175 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 567-1924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Scale Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2209328
MC: 767901
Based in: Eaton, CO 80615 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (806) 589-5858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Cartage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Cartage Service INC

USDOT: 659257
MC: 309159
Based in: Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (970) 304-1454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exodus Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 675502
MC: 311727
Based in: Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (970) 484-1488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawa Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3353688
MC: 1072633
Based in: Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (303) 929-5251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulk Transporters INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 110281
MC: 116645
Based in: Gilcrest, CO 80623 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (970) 737-2474 Route Verify on FMCSA

Workspace Innovations LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1830434
MC: 704755
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80528 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 568-5210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Greeley

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 Greeley to Columbus?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,230 to $3,320 for a studio, $3,350 to $4,980 for a one-bedroom, $5,580 to $8,310 for a two-bedroom, $8,930 to $13,290 for a three-bedroom and $12,280 to $18,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Columbus from Greeley?

About 1,354 road miles (1,147 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 Colorado 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 Greeley to Columbus?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,990 to $2,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,230 to $3,280. 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 Greeley–Columbus corridor.