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Arvada, CO

Brownsville, TX → Arvada, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Brownsville to Arvada

About 1,244 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,380–$8,010, delivery in 3–7 days, 111 carriers on the Brownsville side and 521 in Arvada.

  • 1,244 miroad distance
  • 22 h 9 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,380–$8,0102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,244 miles (1,054 straight-line)
Drive time
22 h 9 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
111 (60 interstate)
Movers at destination
521 (164 interstate)

Reverse: Arvada → Brownsville

The route from Brownsville, TX to Arvada, CO covers roughly 1,244 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 $5,380 to $8,010 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 22 h 9 min.

On the Brownsville side there are 111 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (60 of them authorized for interstate work), and 521 around Arvada (164 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 Arvada.

Brownsville has a population of about 192,957 and Arvada about 122,901. Arvada is the denser city (3,198 people per square mile versus 1,420 in Brownsville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Brownsville to Arvada

Full-service estimate for 1,244 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,150 $2,630 $3,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,230 $3,940 $4,810
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,380 $6,570 $8,010
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,620 $10,510 $12,820
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,850 $14,450 $17,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,730–$2,440

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

Portable container

$2,130–$3,130

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

Full-service mover

$5,380–$8,010

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Brownsville, TX → Arvada, 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 Brownsville (origin)

Codysur Trucks INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1184128
MC
473281
Based in
San Benito, TX 78586 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
141 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (956) 276-9656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
136490
MC
118341
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78521 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 82 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (800) 945-4511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Salinas Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2422693
MC
834541
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78526 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (956) 621-0439 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Joya Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1675050
MC
615603
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78520 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Route Verify on FMCSA

Tvs Trucking And Oilfield Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2392510
MC
849858
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78521 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (956) 521-3959 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & V Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1807989
MC
833363
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78520 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (956) 626-1049 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chema'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
954536
MC
408540
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78526 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (956) 838-2343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blamar Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
919429
MC
397547
Based in
Brownsville, TX 78520 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (956) 350-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 111 movers in Brownsville

Near Arvada (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
Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT
364146
Based in
Boulder, CO 80303 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (303) 735-7152 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT
145556
MC
142969
Based in
Denver, CO 80229 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1850527
MC
670112
Based in
Denver, CO 80216 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (303) 733-7869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kardil Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2840706
MC
951265
Based in
Denver, CO 80207 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (720) 452-7500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmaat Denver Metro LLC

USDOT
2433161
Based in
Thornton, CO 80241 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (303) 344-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 521 movers in Arvada

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Brownsville to Arvada?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,150 to $3,200 for a studio, $3,230 to $4,810 for a one-bedroom, $5,380 to $8,010 for a two-bedroom, $8,620 to $12,820 for a three-bedroom and $11,850 to $17,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arvada from Brownsville?

About 1,244 road miles (1,054 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 9 min.

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 Texas 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 Brownsville to Arvada?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,730 to $2,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,130 to $3,130. 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 Brownsville–Arvada corridor.