Auburn, AL → Aurora, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Auburn to Aurora

About 1,388 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,530–$8,230, delivery in 3–7 days, 77 carriers on the Auburn side and 1,183 in Aurora.

1,388 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,530–$8,2302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Auburn, Alabama
To: Aurora, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,388 miles (1,176 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 77 (40 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Auburn

The route from Auburn, AL to Aurora, CO covers roughly 1,388 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,530 to $8,230 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Auburn side there are 77 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (40 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,183 around Aurora (464 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 Aurora.

Auburn has a population of about 80,000 and Aurora about 410,053. Aurora is the denser city (2,413 people per square mile versus 1,219 in Auburn), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Auburn to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 1,388 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,210	$2,700	$3,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,320	$4,050	$4,940
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,530	$6,740	$8,230
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,850	$10,790	$13,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,160	$14,830	$18,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,030–$2,860

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

Portable container

$2,260–$3,320

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

Full-service mover

$5,530–$8,230

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Auburn (origin)

Lambert Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 105783
MC: 60083
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (334) 745-5706 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cjr Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1416474
MC: 524357
Based in: Auburn, AL 36832 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (334) 887-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Room2room Movers Auburn LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4551493
MC: 1807653
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (334) 740-6184 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Guys Moving LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3141732
MC: 99697
Based in: Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (334) 610-1593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Retriever Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4092410
MC: 1559321
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (334) 300-3138 Route Verify on FMCSA

Calixto & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4471066
MC: 1764614
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (334) 413-8822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Randy Cottier

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 915147
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (334) 332-4975 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&ew Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J&ew Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1452911
MC: 549044
Based in: Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 663-4633 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 77 movers in Auburn

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 Auburn to Aurora?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,210 to $3,290 for a studio, $3,320 to $4,940 for a one-bedroom, $5,530 to $8,230 for a two-bedroom, $8,850 to $13,160 for a three-bedroom and $12,160 to $18,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Auburn?

About 1,388 road miles (1,176 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Alabama 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 Auburn to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,030 to $2,860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,260 to $3,320. 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 Auburn–Aurora corridor.