Amarillo, TX → Denver, CO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Amarillo to Denver

About 421 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,190–$4,750, delivery in 1–3 days, 82 carriers on the Amarillo side and 1,411 in Denver.

421 miroad distance
7 h 58 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,190–$4,7502-bedroom estimate

Photo: Quintin Soloviev · CC BY 4.0

Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

From: Amarillo, Texas
To: Denver, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 421 miles (357 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 58 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 82 (45 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,411 (531 interstate)

Reverse: Denver → Amarillo

Moving from Amarillo to Denver is a regional long-distance move of roughly 421 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to Colorado.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $3,190 to $4,750 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 58 min.

On the Amarillo side there are 82 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (45 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,411 around Denver (531 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Denver.

Amarillo has a population of about 205,130 and Denver about 740,613. Denver is the denser city (4,674 people per square mile versus 1,959 in Amarillo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Amarillo to Denver

Full-service estimate for 421 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,280	$1,560	$1,900
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,910	$2,330	$2,850
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,190	$3,890	$4,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,100	$6,230	$7,590
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,020	$8,560	$10,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$820

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,400–$2,050

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$3,190–$4,750

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Amarillo, TX → Denver, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.

—to—

Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Amarillo (origin)

Panhandle Transportation Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1805503
MC: 658792
Based in: Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (806) 372-3851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Plains Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Alisam Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 2257395
MC: 268796
Based in: Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 83 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (806) 242-9200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lmse Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2465051
MC: 957350
Based in: Amarillo, TX 79108 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (806) 731-4720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mares Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3260407
MC: 1027740
Based in: Amarillo, TX 79118 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (806) 680-0774 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allegiance Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3348053
MC: 1069858
Based in: Amarillo, TX 79109 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (806) 584-4650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mobile On Demand Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1953681
MC: 699614
Based in: Amarillo, TX 79110 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (806) 350-6637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Viva Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3737604
MC: 1321822
Based in: Amarillo, TX 79104 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (915) 238-0696 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Ram Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3561243
MC: 1196089
Based in: Claude, TX 79109 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (806) 341-6575 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 82 movers in Amarillo

Near Denver (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 137781
MC: 1106522
Based in: Englewood, CO 80112 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 579-3668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT: 145556
MC: 142969
Based in: Denver, CO 80229 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22520
MC: 378084
Based in: Englewood, CO 80110 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 761-3195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT: 4302538
MC: 1675847
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 466144
MC: 273706
Based in: Denver, CO 80239 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (303) 371-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300844
MC: 1047129
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,411 movers in Denver

Related routes

Other destinations from Amarillo

Other origins to Denver

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Amarillo to Denver?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,280 to $1,900 for a studio, $1,910 to $2,850 for a one-bedroom, $3,190 to $4,750 for a two-bedroom, $5,100 to $7,590 for a three-bedroom and $7,020 to $10,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Denver from Amarillo?

About 421 road miles (357 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 58 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Colorado makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Amarillo to Denver?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,050. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Amarillo–Denver corridor.