Thornton, CO

Broken Arrow, OK → Thornton, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Broken Arrow to Thornton

About 668 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,800–$5,650, delivery in 2–5 days, 177 carriers on the Broken Arrow side and 718 in Thornton.

  • 668 miroad distance
  • 12 h 13 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,800–$5,6502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 668 miles (566 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 13 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
177 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
718 (266 interstate)

Reverse: Thornton → Broken Arrow

Moving from Broken Arrow to Thornton is a long-distance move of roughly 668 road miles, heading northwest from Oklahoma to Colorado.

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 $3,800 to $5,650 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 13 min.

On the Broken Arrow side there are 177 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 of them authorized for interstate work), and 718 around Thornton (266 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 Thornton.

Broken Arrow has a population of about 124,991 and Thornton about 147,766. Thornton is the denser city (3,952 people per square mile versus 1,802 in Broken Arrow), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Broken Arrow to Thornton

Full-service estimate for 668 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,520 $1,850 $2,260
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,280 $2,780 $3,390
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,800 $4,630 $5,650
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,080 $7,410 $9,040
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,360 $10,190 $12,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,390

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,380

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

Full-service mover

$3,800–$5,650

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Broken Arrow, OK → Thornton, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Broken Arrow (origin)

One Source Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3781181
MC
1353618
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74120 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

T And T America LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4547252
MC
1805442
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74112 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 304 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Dash Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3317066
MC
1057101
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74134 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Balanced Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3527900
MC
1173394
Based in
Catoosa, OK 74015 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1632967
MC
705022
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74145 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

2 Fellas & A Big Vehicle Moving Company

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1017321
MC
427821
Based in
Broken Arrow, OK 74012 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Tulsa LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1603843
MC
614789
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74116 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Simeo Transports LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2322562
MC
882213
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74134 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 177 movers in Broken Arrow

Near Thornton (destination)

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

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
145556
MC
142969
Based in
Denver, CO 80229 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pfc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466144
MC
273706
Based in
Denver, CO 80239 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

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

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

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

Apex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
652182
MC
305711
Based in
Henderson, CO 80640 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

All 718 movers in Thornton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Broken Arrow to Thornton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,520 to $2,260 for a studio, $2,280 to $3,390 for a one-bedroom, $3,800 to $5,650 for a two-bedroom, $6,080 to $9,040 for a three-bedroom and $8,360 to $12,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thornton from Broken Arrow?

About 668 road miles (566 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 13 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oklahoma 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 Broken Arrow to Thornton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,380. 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 Broken Arrow–Thornton corridor.