($850+) Minneapolis, MN to Columbus, GA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Minneapolis, MN to Columbus, GA

For the 1,229-mile move from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Columbus, Georgia, full-service movers cost between $2,373 and $9,022. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $286 - $1,908 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Minneapolis generally start around $240 plus $109 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Minneapolis to Columbus:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,373 - $5,444
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,962 - $7,267
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,797 - $9,022

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Minneapolis to Columbus.

Specialty moving services from Minneapolis, MN to Columbus, GA

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Minneapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Columbus, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Minneapolis to Columbus?

All three below meet the standards set by the Georgia Movers Association, the group most Georgia movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Minneapolis, MN to Columbus, GA

Moving containers from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Columbus, Georgia, cost between $1,348 and $4,398. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Minneapolis typically runs around $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Minneapolis to Columbus:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,348 - $2,528
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,736 - $3,386
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,306 - $4,398

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $72 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $143 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Columbus, GA, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $668 in Minneapolis, MN. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Minneapolis to Columbus?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Minneapolis, MN to Columbus, GA

Plan on $826 - $2,220 for a rental moving truck on the 1,229-mile route from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Columbus, Georgia. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $373 - $426
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Minneapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Minneapolis to Columbus based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $826 - $1,546
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $832 - $1,746
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,058 - $2,220

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $72 and $334.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $143.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $373 and $426 for the 1,229-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $668 for 2 movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Minneapolis to Columbus?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Minneapolis, MN to Columbus, GA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Columbus, Georgia. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $859 and $2,681.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Minneapolis to Columbus:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,129 - $2,143
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,361 - $2,681
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,882 - $3,481

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $668.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $72 and $143 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Minneapolis to Columbus?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. T.A. Dedicated, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): T.A. Dedicated, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Minneapolis, MN vs Columbus, GA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Columbus, side by side with Minneapolis on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.