Bullhead City, AZ → Thornton, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Bullhead City to Thornton

About 734 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,160–$6,190, delivery in 2–5 days, 10 carriers on the Bullhead City side and 718 in Thornton.

734 miroad distance
13 h 21 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,160–$6,1902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bullhead City, Arizona
To: Thornton, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 734 miles (622 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 21 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 10 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination: 718 (266 interstate)

Reverse: Thornton → Bullhead City

Moving from Bullhead City to Thornton is a long-distance move of roughly 734 road miles, heading northeast from Arizona 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 $4,160 to $6,190 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 13 h 21 min.

On the Bullhead City side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 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.

Bullhead City has a population of about 42,000 and Thornton about 147,766. Thornton is the denser city (3,952 people per square mile versus 696 in Bullhead City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Bullhead City to Thornton

Full-service estimate for 734 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,660	$2,030	$2,480
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,500	$3,040	$3,710
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,160	$5,070	$6,190
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,660	$8,120	$9,910
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,150	$11,160	$13,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,050–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$4,160–$6,190

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 Bullhead City (origin)

Laughlin Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 391422
MC: 227037
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 16 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (702) 298-2535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aquarius Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357187
MC: 1074413
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 788-8464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gary K

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gary Charles Koktavy

USDOT: 2966793
MC: 7899
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (702) 604-8291 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scm Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: So Cal Moving INC

USDOT: 671253
MC: 252719
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (951) 265-8806 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1628928
MC: 600936
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (928) 605-3384 Route Verify on FMCSA

Icon Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1211448
MC: 582980
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (480) 560-8996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clean Air Auto Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2797793
MC: 934167
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (951) 760-1970 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adam Cohen Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2201147
MC: 763813
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (661) 476-8276 Route Verify on FMCSA

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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

Call (303) 287-3800 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 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 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 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (303) 371-1500 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

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

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

Call (303) 288-2233 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 718 movers in Thornton

Tips for this move

Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bullhead City to Thornton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,480 for a studio, $2,500 to $3,710 for a one-bedroom, $4,160 to $6,190 for a two-bedroom, $6,660 to $9,910 for a three-bedroom and $9,150 to $13,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thornton from Bullhead City?

About 734 road miles (622 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 21 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 Arizona 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 Bullhead City to Thornton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,050 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,460. 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 Bullhead City–Thornton corridor.