Arvada, CO → Hartford, CT · Cross-country move

Movers from Arvada to Hartford

About 1,998 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,310–$10,880, delivery in 5–10 days, 521 carriers on the Arvada side and 350 in Hartford.

1,998 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,310–$10,8802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Arvada, Colorado
To: Hartford, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 1,998 miles (1,693 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 521 (164 interstate)
Movers at destination: 350 (246 interstate)

Reverse: Hartford → Arvada

Hartford sits about 1,998 miles east of Arvada, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to Connecticut that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $7,310 to $10,880 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 35 hours (4 driving days).

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 350 around Hartford (246 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 Hartford.

Arvada has a population of about 122,901 and Hartford about 121,981. Hartford is the denser city (6,957 people per square mile versus 3,198 in Arvada), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Arvada to Hartford

Full-service estimate for 1,998 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,930	$3,570	$4,350
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,390	$5,350	$6,530
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,310	$8,920	$10,880
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,700	$14,270	$17,410
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,090	$19,620	$23,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,800–$3,960

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

Portable container

$2,800–$4,120

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

Full-service mover

$7,310–$10,880

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 Hartford (destination)

Bob'S Discount Furniture LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1326635
MC: 1550101
Based in: Manchester, CT 06042 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 225 trucks, 205 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (959) 237-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msm Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2557265
MC: 891791
Based in: Hartford, CT 06114 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 216-9120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spelman Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3439865
MC: 1116903
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (959) 777-9871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spacefitters LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1389824
MC: 528899
Based in: Bloomfield, CT 06002 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (860) 818-1967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Connecticut

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Antwall 13 LLC

USDOT: 3638680
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 205-5851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2566125
MC: 897804
Based in: West Hartford, CT 06110 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 988-3887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kay'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 102032
MC: 120883
Based in: South Windsor, CT 06074 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 291-2436 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 350 movers in Hartford

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Arvada to Hartford?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,930 to $4,350 for a studio, $4,390 to $6,530 for a one-bedroom, $7,310 to $10,880 for a two-bedroom, $11,700 to $17,410 for a three-bedroom and $16,090 to $23,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Hartford from Arvada?

About 1,998 road miles (1,693 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Colorado into Connecticut 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 Arvada to Hartford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,800 to $3,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,800 to $4,120. 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–Hartford corridor.