Arvada, CO → Grand Junction, CO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Arvada to Grand Junction

About 223 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,570–$3,830, delivery in 1–2 days, 521 carriers on the Arvada side and 67 in Grand Junction.

223 miroad distance
4 h 33 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,570–$3,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Arvada, Colorado
To: Grand Junction, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 223 miles (189 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 33 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin: 521 (164 interstate)
Movers at destination: 67 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Grand Junction → Arvada

Grand Junction sits about 223 miles west of Arvada, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,570 to $3,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 33 min.

On the Arvada side there are 521 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (164 of them authorized for interstate work), and 67 around Grand Junction (30 interstate). For an in-state 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 Grand Junction.

Arvada has a population of about 122,901 and Grand Junction about 70,000. Arvada is considerably denser (3,198 people per square mile versus 1,614), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Arvada to Grand Junction

Full-service estimate for 223 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,330	$1,620	$1,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,570	$3,140	$3,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,120	$5,020	$6,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,660	$6,910	$8,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$380–$530

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

Portable container

$1,220–$1,790

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

Full-service mover

$2,570–$3,830

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Arvada (origin)

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

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 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

Red'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1850527
MC: 670112
Based in: Denver, CO 80216 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (303) 733-7869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kardil Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840706
MC: 951265
Based in: Denver, CO 80207 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (720) 452-7500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmaat Denver Metro LLC

USDOT: 2433161
Based in: Thornton, CO 80241 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (303) 344-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 521 movers in Arvada

Near Grand Junction (destination)

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Salt Lake LLC

USDOT: 2251528
MC: 770182
Based in: Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Denver LLC

USDOT: 2251521
MC: 770150
Based in: Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Boise LLC

USDOT: 2251534
MC: 770189
Based in: Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Gj LLC

USDOT: 2203660
MC: 769032
Based in: Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Bozeman LLC

USDOT: 3280346
MC: 1037031
Based in: Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Helena LLC

USDOT: 3280355
MC: 1037035
Based in: Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Whitefish LLC

USDOT: 3280340
MC: 1037024
Based in: Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Grand Junction LLC

USDOT: 4281705
MC: 1664544
Based in: Grand Junction, CO 81501 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (970) 361-3044 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 67 movers in Grand Junction

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Arvada to Grand Junction?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,300 for a one-bedroom, $2,570 to $3,830 for a two-bedroom, $4,120 to $6,130 for a three-bedroom and $5,660 to $8,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Grand Junction from Arvada?

About 223 road miles (189 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 33 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Arvada and Grand Junction are in Colorado, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Arvada to Grand Junction?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $380 to $530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,220 to $1,790. 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 Arvada–Grand Junction corridor.