Villagers in Minecraft do not follow players, making their relocation challenging. For short distances, job blocks can be used to attract unemployed villagers within a 48-block radius by placing and replacing the job block. For medium distances, boats can transport villagers across water and land by placing a boat in front of them. For long distances, rails and minecarts are the fastest method, requiring the setup of tracks and resources like gold and iron. For extreme long distances, Nether portals allow for quick transportation, pushing villagers into the portal and using the Nether to cover large distances. Lastly, when natural rivers are absent, players can create a water canal to guide villagers, although this method is time-consuming and results in slow movement.