Portland, ME → Columbus, GA · Long-distance move
About 1,304 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,380–$8,000, delivery in 3–7 days, 113 carriers on the Portland side and 138 in Columbus.
The route from Portland, ME to Columbus, GA covers roughly 1,304 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.
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 $5,380 to $8,000 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 23 h 11 min.
On the Portland side there are 113 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (63 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.
Portland has a population of about 69,000 and Columbus about 202,171. Portland is considerably denser (3,176 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,150 | $2,620 | $3,200 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,230 | $3,930 | $4,800 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,380 | $6,560 | $8,000 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $8,600 | $10,490 | $12,800 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $11,830 | $14,430 | $17,600 |
$1,790–$2,530
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,180–$3,210
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,380–$8,000
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Portland, ME → Columbus, GA. 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: Earle W Noyes & Son
Legal name: Tmt Portland LLC
Legal name: Np Trans INC
Legal name: Nbf Columbus LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,150 to $3,200 for a studio, $3,230 to $4,800 for a one-bedroom, $5,380 to $8,000 for a two-bedroom, $8,600 to $12,800 for a three-bedroom and $11,830 to $17,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,304 road miles (1,105 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 11 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Maine 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,790 to $2,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,180 to $3,210. 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 Portland–Columbus corridor.