($1,132+) Las Vegas, NV to Columbus, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Las Vegas, NV to Columbus, OH

For the 2,007-mile move from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Columbus, Ohio, full-service movers cost between $2,505 and $10,452. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $309 - $2,060 (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 Las Vegas generally start around $180 plus $90 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,505 - $5,458
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,562 - $7,008
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,355 - $10,452

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 Las Vegas to Columbus.

Specialty moving services from Las Vegas, NV to Columbus, OH

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Las Vegas movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Columbus, 65% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Ohio Association of Movers, the group most Ohio 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 Las Vegas, NV to Columbus, OH

Moving containers from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Columbus, Ohio, cost between $1,529 and $5,660. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Las Vegas typically costs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,529 - $3,083
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,120 - $4,195
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,765 - $5,660

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Las Vegas, NV and Columbus, OH. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $721 in Las Vegas, NV, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $77 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $155 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas, NV to Columbus, OH

Plan on $1,132 - $3,182 for a rental moving truck on the 2,007-mile route from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Columbus, Ohio. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $658 - $752
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Las Vegas daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,132 - $2,205
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,288 - $2,652
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,546 - $3,182

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Las Vegas, Nevada, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $721.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $658 - $752 for the 2,007-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $62 and $335, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $155 per night for hotel stops on the 2,007-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $309 - $464.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas, NV to Columbus, OH

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Columbus, Ohio. 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 $927 and $3,289.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,376 - $2,775
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,550 - $3,289
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,346 - $4,618

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $77 - $155 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Las Vegas, Nevada, typically costs $721.

What are the best freight companies from Las Vegas 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.

Cost of living: Las Vegas, NV vs Columbus, OH

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 Las Vegas 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

A move from Las Vegas, NV, to Columbus, OH, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,505 - $10,452 on the 2,007-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,529 - $5,660, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,132 - $3,182. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,562 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Columbus tend to point to low cost of living and delicious food, though bad drivers and terrible traffic come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Ohio State University and The State of Ohio.