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Orlando, FL → Columbus, OH · Long-distance move

Movers from Orlando to Columbus

About 951 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,430–$6,600, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 854 in Columbus.

  • 951 miroad distance
  • 17 h 6 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,430–$6,6002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 951 miles (806 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 6 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination
854 (547 interstate)

Reverse: Columbus → Orlando

Moving from Orlando to Columbus is a long-distance move of roughly 951 road miles, heading north from Florida 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 $4,430 to $6,600 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 6 min.

On the Orlando side there are 1,200 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (385 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.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Columbus about 938,396. Columbus is the denser city (4,117 people per square mile versus 2,781 in Orlando), 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 Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Orlando to Columbus

Full-service estimate for 951 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,770 $2,160 $2,640
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,660 $3,240 $3,960
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,430 $5,410 $6,600
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,090 $8,650 $10,550
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,750 $11,900 $14,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,750

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

Full-service mover

$4,430–$6,600

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Orlando, FL → Columbus, OH. 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 Orlando (origin)

Client Choice LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4147606
MC
1591558
Based in
Orlando, FL 32805 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
74 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (401) 865-9434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Royal Trucking Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2534394
MC
712152
Based in
Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (407) 600-2339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colbert Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
6899824
MC
51207034
Based in
Orlando, FL 32839 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (888) 800-0851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delco Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3124710
MC
89944
Based in
Orlando, FL 32829 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (321) 400-5431 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gd Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2854652
MC
955645
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (407) 258-3015 Route Verify on FMCSA

1st Class Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 123 Moving Solutions INC

USDOT
2516919
MC
873384
Based in
Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (407) 456-7668 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express Orlando LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4270194
MC
1658272
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (407) 859-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Distributors Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
694372
MC
321863
Based in
Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (407) 851-1615 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,200 movers in Orlando

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 Orlando to Columbus?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,770 to $2,640 for a studio, $2,660 to $3,960 for a one-bedroom, $4,430 to $6,600 for a two-bedroom, $7,090 to $10,550 for a three-bedroom and $9,750 to $14,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Columbus from Orlando?

About 951 road miles (806 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Florida 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 Orlando to Columbus?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. 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 Orlando–Columbus corridor.