($1,687+) Olympia, WA to Columbia, SC Movers

Full-service moving costs from Olympia, WA to Columbia, SC

For the 2,868-mile move from Olympia, Washington, to Columbia, South Carolina, full-service movers cost between $3,058 and $15,379. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $306 - $2,040 (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 Olympia generally start around $296 plus $133 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,058 - $6,944
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,895 - $9,925
• 4+ bedrooms: $9,030 - $15,379

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 Columbia.

Specialty moving services from Olympia, WA to Columbia, SC

Specialty needs vary by market — 97% of Olympia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Columbia, 86% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for South Carolina Trucking Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in South Carolina beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Olympia, WA to Columbia, SC

Moving containers from Olympia, Washington, to Columbia, South Carolina, cost between $1,993 and $7,838. 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 Columbia:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,993 - $4,002
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,531 - $5,686
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,495 - $7,838

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $77 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $153 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Columbia, SC, 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 $714 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 Columbia?

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 Columbia, SC

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,868 miles from Olympia, Washington, to Columbia, South Carolina, running $1,654 - $4,641. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $931 - $1,064
• Daily insurance: $31/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 Columbia based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,654 - $3,336
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,756 - $3,781
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,264 - $4,641

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $153 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Olympia, Washington, usually costs about $714 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,868-mile drive falls between $931 and $1,064, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $51 and $306 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Olympia to Columbia?

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 Columbia, SC

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Olympia, Washington, to Columbia, South Carolina. 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 $918 and $4,504.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,757 - $3,530
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,196 - $4,504
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,061 - $5,905

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Olympia, Washington, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $714.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $77 - $153 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Olympia to Columbia?

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. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport 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: Olympia, WA vs Columbia, SC

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Columbia, 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.