Raleigh, NC → Columbus, GA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to Columbus

About 500 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,300–$4,910, delivery in 1–3 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 138 in Columbus.

500 miroad distance
9 h 19 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,300–$4,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Raleigh, North Carolina
To: Columbus, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 500 miles (424 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 19 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination: 138 (70 interstate)

Reverse: Columbus → Raleigh

The route from Raleigh, NC to Columbus, GA covers roughly 500 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $3,300 to $4,910 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 9 h 19 min.

On the Raleigh side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 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.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Columbus about 202,171. Raleigh is considerably denser (3,179 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 Raleigh to Columbus

Full-service estimate for 500 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,320	$1,610	$1,960
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,980	$2,410	$2,940
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,300	$4,020	$4,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,280	$6,440	$7,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,260	$8,850	$10,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$810–$1,150

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

Portable container

$1,470–$2,160

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

Full-service mover

$3,300–$4,910

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Raleigh (origin)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1-800-Pack-Rat LLC

USDOT: 1534531
MC: 648624
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (919) 488-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3434201
MC: 1114105
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (919) 609-1544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All American Relocation INC

USDOT: 917428
MC: 397148
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 256-7193 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Forward Moving LLC

USDOT: 2574332
MC: 935064
Based in: Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (702) 418-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3996385
MC: 1500731
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 649-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Raleigh

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 Raleigh to Columbus?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,960 for a studio, $1,980 to $2,940 for a one-bedroom, $3,300 to $4,910 for a two-bedroom, $5,280 to $7,850 for a three-bedroom and $7,260 to $10,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Columbus from Raleigh?

About 500 road miles (424 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 19 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from North Carolina 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 Raleigh to Columbus?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,470 to $2,160. 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 Raleigh–Columbus corridor.