($1,469+) Olympia, WA to Columbus, GA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Olympia, WA to Columbus, GA

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,732-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Columbus, Georgia, with prices running from $2,857 - $13,106. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $295 - $1,968 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Olympia and Columbus are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Olympia movers tend to run around $296 as a base rate plus $133/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,857 - $6,281
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,116 - $9,069
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,824 - $13,106

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 Olympia to Columbus.

Specialty moving services from Olympia, WA to Columbus, GA

Specialty needs vary by market: 65% of Olympia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Columbus, 84% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Georgia are typically members of the Georgia Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Olympia, WA to Columbus, GA

Moving containers from Olympia, Washington, to Columbus, Georgia, cost between $1,885 and $7,162. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Olympia costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,885 - $3,483
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,322 - $5,050
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,472 - $7,162

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $74 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $148 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 $689 in Olympia, WA. 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 Olympia 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 Olympia, WA to Columbus, GA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,732 miles from Olympia, Washington, to Columbus, Georgia, running $1,469 - $4,371. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $855 - $978
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Olympia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.59

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,469 - $2,991
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,575 - $3,596
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,970 - $4,371

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 $74 and $344.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $148.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $855 and $978 for the 2,732-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 $689 for 2 movers in Olympia, Washington, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Olympia 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 Olympia, WA to Columbus, GA

For larger DIY moves from Olympia, Washington, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Columbus, Georgia.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,877 and $4,081.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,713 - $3,134
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,877 - $4,081
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,805 - $5,508

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $74 and $148.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Olympia, Washington, for roughly five hours typically average $689.

What are the best freight companies from Olympia to Columbus?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Olympia, WA 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 Olympia 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.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Olympia, WA, to Columbus, GA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,857 - $13,106 on the 2,732-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,885 - $7,162 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,469 - $4,371 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $4,116 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Aflac and TSYS.