Aspen, CO → Grand Junction, CO · Short-haul move

Movers from Aspen to Grand Junction

About 110 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,130–$3,170, delivery in 1–2 days, 29 carriers on the Aspen side and 67 in Grand Junction.

110 miroad distance
2 h 36 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,130–$3,1702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Aspen, Colorado
To: Grand Junction, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 110 miles (93 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 36 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin: 29 (9 interstate)
Movers at destination: 67 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Grand Junction → Aspen

Moving from Aspen to Grand Junction is a short-haul move of roughly 110 road miles, heading west 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 2 h 36 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,130 and $3,170, 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 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.

Aspen has a population of about 7,000 and Grand Junction about 70,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,813 and 1,614 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Aspen to Grand Junction

Full-service estimate for 110 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	$1,330	$1,620	$1,980
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,130	$2,600	$3,170
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,410	$4,160	$5,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,690	$5,720	$6,980

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$370

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,640

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

Full-service mover

$2,130–$3,170

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

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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 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

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Aspen and Grand Junction is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Grand Junction with daylight to spare.
Check Colorado intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Near Grand Junction

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,330 to $1,980 for a one-bedroom, $2,130 to $3,170 for a two-bedroom, $3,410 to $5,080 for a three-bedroom and $4,690 to $6,980 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Grand Junction from Aspen?

About 110 road miles (93 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 36 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 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 Aspen to Grand Junction?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,640. 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–Grand Junction corridor.