Memphis, TN → Columbia, MO · Regional long-distance move
About 349 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,680–$3,990, delivery in 1–3 days, 534 carriers on the Memphis side and 53 in Columbia.
Columbia sits about 349 miles northwest of Memphis, which makes this an interstate relocation from Tennessee 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 $2,680 to $3,990 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 6 h 43 min.
On the Memphis side there are 534 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (397 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.
Memphis has a population of about 609,647 and Columbia about 130,851. The two cities have comparable density (2,132 and 1,899 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Missouri does collect a state income tax, unlike Tennessee, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,160 | $1,420 | $1,730 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,610 | $1,960 | $2,390 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,680 | $3,270 | $3,990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,290 | $5,230 | $6,380 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,900 | $7,190 | $8,780 |
$510–$720
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,330–$1,960
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,680–$3,990
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.
Legal name: Jit - Ex LLC
Legal name: Tmt Mid Mo INC
Legal name: 4d Hauling LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,160 to $1,730 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,390 for a one-bedroom, $2,680 to $3,990 for a two-bedroom, $4,290 to $6,380 for a three-bedroom and $5,900 to $8,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 349 road miles (295 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 43 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 Tennessee 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 $510 to $720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,330 to $1,960. 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 Memphis–Columbia corridor.