Madison, WI → Columbia, MO · Regional long-distance move
About 382 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,820–$4,200, delivery in 1–3 days, 228 carriers on the Madison side and 53 in Columbia.
Columbia sits about 382 miles southwest of Madison, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to Missouri that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,820 to $4,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 17 min.
On the Madison side there are 228 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (120 of them authorized for interstate work), and 53 around Columbia (33 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 Columbia.
Madison has a population of about 286,233 and Columbia about 130,851. Madison is considerably denser (3,390 people per square mile versus 1,899), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,170 | $1,430 | $1,750 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,690 | $2,070 | $2,520 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,820 | $3,440 | $4,200 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,520 | $5,510 | $6,720 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,210 | $7,580 | $9,240 |
$540–$770
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,360–$2,000
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,820–$4,200
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Madison, WI → Columbia, MO. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Lightner & Lightner INC
Legal name: Roessler LLC
Legal name: Tmt Mid Mo INC
Legal name: 4d Hauling LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,750 for a studio, $1,690 to $2,520 for a one-bedroom, $2,820 to $4,200 for a two-bedroom, $4,520 to $6,720 for a three-bedroom and $6,210 to $9,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 382 road miles (323 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 17 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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.
Yes. Crossing from Wisconsin into Missouri 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $540 to $770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,360 to $2,000. 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.
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 Madison–Columbia corridor.