Aspen, CO → Aurora, CO · Short-haul move

Movers from Aspen to Aurora

About 140 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,250–$3,350, delivery in 1–2 days, 29 carriers on the Aspen side and 1,183 in Aurora.

140 miroad distance
3 h 7 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,250–$3,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Aspen, Colorado
To: Aurora, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 140 miles (118 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 7 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin: 29 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Aspen

Moving from Aspen to Aurora is a short-haul move of roughly 140 road miles, heading east within Colorado.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 7 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,250 and $3,350, before packing or storage.

On the Aspen side there are 29 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (9 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,183 around Aurora (464 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 Aurora.

Aspen has a population of about 7,000 and Aurora about 410,053. Aurora is the denser city (2,413 people per square mile versus 1,813 in Aspen), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Aspen to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 140 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	$1,350	$1,650	$2,010
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,250	$2,740	$3,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,600	$4,390	$5,360
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,950	$6,040	$7,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,250–$3,350

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

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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 Aspen (origin)

Aspen Waste Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4333391
MC: 1692201
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (605) 553-3429 Route Verify on FMCSA

Columbine Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Columbine Storage Center INC

USDOT: 651463
Based in: Aspen, CO 81611 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (970) 925-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Columbine Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alpine Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 3367776
Based in: Aspen, CO 81611 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 925-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aspen Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: 237 Ams LLC

USDOT: 1791781
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 927-4900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haul It All Store It All

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Steury & Associates

USDOT: 3309092
Based in: Snowmass, CO 81654 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 787-5183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Form 44 Construction Management

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4252901
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (770) 709-8730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmar Lewis Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jeff Lewis

USDOT: 1769840
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 927-3173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cadogan Tate Aspen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Olde Towne Antiques Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 888572
MC: 392360
Based in: Carbondale, CO 81623 (18 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (970) 384-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 29 movers in Aspen

Near Aurora (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 137781
MC: 1106522
Based in: Englewood, CO 80112 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 579-3668 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 (10 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 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (303) 371-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3483705
MC: 1144340
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3291029
MC: 1042161
Based in: Lone Tree, CO 80124 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (720) 965-4245 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delivered On LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3191370
MC: 137078
Based in: Parker, CO 80138 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (303) 601-4173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lg Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1629468
MC: 712228
Based in: Commerce City, CO 80022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (303) 296-2338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Buehler Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 1353870
MC: 519829
Based in: Aurora, CO 80011 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (303) 388-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,183 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Aspen to Aurora?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,350 to $2,010 for a one-bedroom, $2,250 to $3,350 for a two-bedroom, $3,600 to $5,360 for a three-bedroom and $4,950 to $7,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Aspen?

About 140 road miles (118 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 7 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 Aspen and Aurora 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 Aspen to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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 Aspen–Aurora corridor.