Aurora, CO → Grand Junction, CO · Regional long-distance move
About 248 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,670–$3,970, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,183 carriers on the Aurora side and 67 in Grand Junction.
The route from Aurora, CO to Grand Junction, CO covers roughly 248 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,670 to $3,970 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 59 min.
On the Aurora side there are 1,183 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (464 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.
Aurora has a population of about 410,053 and Grand Junction about 70,000. Aurora is considerably denser (2,413 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.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,330 | $1,620 | $1,980 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,600 | $1,950 | $2,380 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,670 | $3,260 | $3,970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,270 | $5,210 | $6,360 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,880 | $7,170 | $8,740 |
$400–$570
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,240–$1,830
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,670–$3,970
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Aurora, CO → Grand Junction, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,600 to $2,380 for a one-bedroom, $2,670 to $3,970 for a two-bedroom, $4,270 to $6,360 for a three-bedroom and $5,880 to $8,740 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 248 road miles (210 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 59 min.
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.
No. Because both Aurora 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $400 to $570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,830. 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.
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 Aurora–Grand Junction corridor.