Youngstown, OH → Columbus, OH · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Youngstown to Columbus

About 171 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,090–$3,100, delivery in 1–2 days, 141 carriers on the Youngstown side and 854 in Columbus.

171 miroad distance
3 h 39 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,090–$3,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Youngstown, Ohio
To: Columbus, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 171 miles (145 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 39 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Ohio)
Movers at origin: 141 (90 interstate)
Movers at destination: 854 (547 interstate)

Reverse: Columbus → Youngstown

Columbus sits about 171 miles southwest of Youngstown, so this is an in-state move 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 $2,090 to $3,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 39 min.

On the Youngstown side there are 141 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (90 of them authorized for interstate work), and 854 around Columbus (547 interstate). For an in-state 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.

Youngstown has a population of about 59,000 and Columbus about 938,396. Columbus is the denser city (4,117 people per square mile versus 1,770 in Youngstown), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Youngstown to Columbus

Full-service estimate for 171 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,170	$1,430	$1,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,250	$1,530	$1,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,090	$2,540	$3,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,340	$4,070	$4,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,590	$5,600	$6,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,090–$3,100

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Youngstown (origin)

Howlett Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3287780
MC: 1040616
Based in: Canfield, OH 44406 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 63 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 770-6513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Over-Deliver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3276480
MC: 1035210
Based in: North Jackson, OH 44451 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (412) 576-1317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grant Street Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grant Street Services INC

USDOT: 906635
MC: 392849
Based in: Niles, OH 44446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (330) 544-9180 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joy Cone Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 85100
MC: 264866
Based in: Hermitage, PA 16148 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (724) 962-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kayd Transport Services LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1210024
MC: 764464
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (614) 316-7095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleland Bros Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleland Bros Moving LLC

USDOT: 1154917
MC: 467396
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (330) 729-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ten Cities Ii LLC

USDOT: 3257266
MC: 1026210
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 758-2110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bearded Brothers Moving Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3453726
MC: 1125163
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (330) 885-6841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 141 movers in Youngstown

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 Youngstown to Columbus?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,250 to $1,860 for a one-bedroom, $2,090 to $3,100 for a two-bedroom, $3,340 to $4,960 for a three-bedroom and $4,590 to $6,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Columbus from Youngstown?

About 171 road miles (145 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Youngstown and Columbus are in Ohio, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Youngstown to Columbus?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Youngstown–Columbus corridor.