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Charlotte, NC → Lakewood, CO · Cross-country move

Movers from Charlotte to Lakewood

About 1,609 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,190–$9,200, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,057 carriers on the Charlotte side and 1,122 in Lakewood.

  • 1,609 miroad distance
  • 28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,190–$9,2002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,609 miles (1,363 straight-line)
Drive time
28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,057 (765 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,122 (405 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Charlotte

Moving from Charlotte to Lakewood is a cross-country move of roughly 1,609 road miles, heading west from North Carolina 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 $6,190 to $9,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Charlotte side there are 1,057 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (765 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,122 around Lakewood (405 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 Lakewood.

Charlotte has a population of about 964,784 and Lakewood about 156,927. The two cities have comparable density (2,837 and 3,586 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Colorado is a higher-cost state than North Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Charlotte to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 1,609 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,470 $3,020 $3,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,710 $4,530 $5,520
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,190 $7,540 $9,200
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,900 $12,070 $14,730
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,610 $16,600 $20,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,250–$3,180

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,610

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

Full-service mover

$6,190–$9,200

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Charlotte, NC → Lakewood, 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 Charlotte (origin)

Harris Teeter LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
16362
MC
200790
Based in
Matthews, NC 28105 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
389 trucks, 455 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (704) 844-3656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Max World Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4178043
MC
1608130
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28277 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 118 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (929) 272-4344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freshpoint

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC

USDOT
1795137
MC
653312
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28269 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clear Roadway Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3447504
MC
1121363
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28213 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (704) 288-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Euro Line Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1466429
MC
553988
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28273 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (888) 969-6913 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clt Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2449060
MC
845309
Based in
Charlotte, NC 28214 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
43 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (704) 668-0998 Route Verify on FMCSA

E L S

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Express Logistics Services INC

USDOT
1375017
MC
518134
Based in
Pineville, NC 28134 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (704) 426-0255 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asd Team LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2350036
MC
804467
Based in
Indian Trail, NC 28079 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (704) 234-8358 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,057 movers in Charlotte

Near Lakewood (destination)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
202381
MC
157626
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 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 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
22520
MC
378084
Based in
Englewood, CO 80110 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 761-3195 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 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3190181
MC
135191
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 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 (10 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 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bts Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3115238
MC
84879
Based in
Denver, CO 80231 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (720) 825-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,122 movers in Lakewood

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Charlotte to Lakewood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,470 to $3,680 for a studio, $3,710 to $5,520 for a one-bedroom, $6,190 to $9,200 for a two-bedroom, $9,900 to $14,730 for a three-bedroom and $13,610 to $20,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Charlotte?

About 1,609 road miles (1,363 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 North Carolina 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 Charlotte to Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,250 to $3,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,610. 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 Charlotte–Lakewood corridor.