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Mesa, AZ → Columbus, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Mesa to Columbus

About 1,833 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,390–$9,510, delivery in 5–10 days, 834 carriers on the Mesa side and 138 in Columbus.

  • 1,833 miroad distance
  • 32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,390–$9,5102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,833 miles (1,553 straight-line)
Drive time
32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
834 (331 interstate)
Movers at destination
138 (70 interstate)

Reverse: Columbus → Mesa

Moving from Mesa to Columbus is a cross-country move of roughly 1,833 road miles, heading east from Arizona to Georgia.

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 $6,390 to $9,510 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Mesa side there are 834 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (331 of them authorized for interstate work), and 138 around Columbus (70 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.

Mesa has a population of about 513,656 and Columbus about 202,171. Mesa is considerably denser (3,636 people per square mile versus 956), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Mesa to Columbus

Full-service estimate for 1,833 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,560 $3,120 $3,800
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,830 $4,670 $5,700
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,390 $7,790 $9,510
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,220 $12,470 $15,210
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,060 $17,140 $20,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,630–$3,720

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

Portable container

$2,660–$3,910

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

Full-service mover

$6,390–$9,510

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Distance is pre-filled for Mesa, AZ → Columbus, GA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Mesa (origin)

Allegiant Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3162620
MC
112279
Based in
Gilbert, AZ 85296 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (602) 805-9061 Route Verify on FMCSA

Guru Harrai LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2510177
MC
870556
Based in
Gilbert, AZ 85298 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
34 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (602) 421-9194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go 2 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1329421
MC
513718
Based in
Chandler, AZ 85225 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (480) 704-4457 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saam Delivers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3338899
MC
1067588
Based in
Gilbert, AZ 85295 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (602) 413-5080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Just-In Time Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Just-In Time Moving And Delivery LLC

USDOT
1759501
MC
823394
Based in
Mesa, AZ 85205 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (480) 213-0395 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawsaw INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3084607
MC
68588
Based in
Mesa, AZ 85210 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (480) 334-0240 Route Verify on FMCSA

C H Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: C H Trucking LLC

USDOT
3915387
MC
1446610
Based in
Mesa, AZ 85202 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (929) 977-8854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glover'S Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Glovers Solutions INC

USDOT
1341750
MC
1818780
Based in
Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
20 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (928) 701-2046 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 834 movers in Mesa

Near Columbus (destination)

Transworth Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2392424
MC
822379
Based in
Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (706) 221-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aflac INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
814481
Based in
Columbus, GA 31999 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (706) 596-3247 Verify on FMCSA

McCarley Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
92776
MC
129383
Based in
Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (706) 561-5585 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1119388
MC
458315
Based in
Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (334) 718-1244 Route Verify on FMCSA

Np Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Np Trans INC

USDOT
3040529
MC
44363
Based in
Columbus, GA 31909 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (760) 544-6128 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Columbus

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Columbus LLC

USDOT
4300155
MC
1674563
Based in
Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (706) 352-9518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Van Line Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
539836
MC
268369
Based in
Columbus, GA 31903 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (404) 629-0223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Transportation Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1873589
MC
676526
Based in
Upatoi, GA 31829 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (706) 587-6299 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 138 movers in Columbus

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Mesa to Columbus?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,560 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,830 to $5,700 for a one-bedroom, $6,390 to $9,510 for a two-bedroom, $10,220 to $15,210 for a three-bedroom and $14,060 to $20,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Columbus from Mesa?

About 1,833 road miles (1,553 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Arizona into Georgia 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 Mesa to Columbus?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,630 to $3,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,910. 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 Mesa–Columbus corridor.