Colorado Springs, CO → Encinitas, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Colorado Springs to Encinitas

About 950 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,240–$7,800, delivery in 2–5 days, 247 carriers on the Colorado Springs side and 142 in Encinitas.

950 miroad distance
17 h 5 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$5,240–$7,8002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Colorado Springs, Colorado
To: Encinitas, California
Road distance: ≈ 950 miles (805 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 5 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 247 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 142 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Encinitas → Colorado Springs

Moving from Colorado Springs to Encinitas is a long-distance move of roughly 950 road miles, heading southwest from Colorado to California.

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 $5,240 to $7,800 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 17 h 5 min.

On the Colorado Springs side there are 247 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 of them authorized for interstate work), and 142 around Encinitas (33 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 Encinitas.

Colorado Springs has a population of about 494,743 and Encinitas about 61,000. Encinitas is the denser city (3,254 people per square mile versus 2,451 in Colorado Springs), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Colorado Springs to Encinitas

Full-service estimate for 950 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,100	$2,560	$3,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,140	$3,830	$4,680
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,240	$6,390	$7,800
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,390	$10,230	$12,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,530	$14,060	$17,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,430–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,870–$2,750

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

Full-service mover

$5,240–$7,800

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

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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 Colorado Springs (origin)

Goodwill Of Colorado

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 733591
MC: 554386
Based in: Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (719) 499-9239 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pikes Peak Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 44799
MC: 136490
Based in: Colorado Sprgs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 87 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (541) 887-9924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Taylor Farms Colorado INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 332102
MC: 221626
Based in: Colorado Springs, CO 80916 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (719) 473-8251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tmt Springs INC

USDOT: 997991
MC: 432223
Based in: Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (719) 576-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Moving & Storage Of Colorado INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1247388
MC: 476768
Based in: Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (719) 527-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Knob Hill Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kh Towing Operations LLC

USDOT: 3138185
MC: 97409
Based in: Colorado Springs, CO 80910 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (719) 634-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fatboy Slims Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3590162
MC: 1215756
Based in: Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (719) 284-2281 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colorado Air Cargo INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 66588
MC: 129188
Based in: Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (719) 594-0033 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 247 movers in Colorado Springs

Near Encinitas (destination)

Altman Specialty Plants LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 440672
MC: 277756
Based in: Vista, CA 92084 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 311 trucks, 309 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (760) 744-8191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pack & Crate Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 34546
MC: 136200
Based in: Escondido, CA 92025 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (909) 780-1073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Online Trucking Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2159029
MC: 750403
Based in: Vista, CA 92081 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (760) 598-5800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mm Barak Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4100368
MC: 1564012
Based in: San Diego, CA 92121 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (619) 856-6127 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grizzly Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642040
MC: 920877
Based in: San Diego, CA 92126 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (844) 474-9959 Route Verify on FMCSA

Antida Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2619707
MC: 913842
Based in: San Diego, CA 92127 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 398-6994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Operator Logistics Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2660024
MC: 1709631
Based in: Vista, CA 92083 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (619) 941-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Resendiz Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3398785
MC: 1134994
Based in: Escondido, CA 92026 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (760) 509-5808 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 142 movers in Encinitas

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Encinitas if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Colorado Springs to Encinitas?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,100 to $3,120 for a studio, $3,140 to $4,680 for a one-bedroom, $5,240 to $7,800 for a two-bedroom, $8,390 to $12,480 for a three-bedroom and $11,530 to $17,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Encinitas from Colorado Springs?

About 950 road miles (805 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 5 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 Colorado into California 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 Colorado Springs to Encinitas?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,430 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. 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 Colorado Springs–Encinitas corridor.