Colorado Springs, CO → Rio Rancho, NM · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Colorado Springs to Rio Rancho

About 318 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,750–$4,100, delivery in 1–3 days, 247 carriers on the Colorado Springs side and 56 in Rio Rancho.

318 miroad distance
6 h 11 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,750–$4,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Colorado Springs, Colorado
To: Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 318 miles (270 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 11 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 247 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Rio Rancho → Colorado Springs

Rio Rancho sits about 318 miles southwest of Colorado Springs, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to New Mexico that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,750 to $4,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 11 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 56 around Rio Rancho (30 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 Rio Rancho.

Colorado Springs has a population of about 494,743 and Rio Rancho about 114,419. Colorado Springs is considerably denser (2,451 people per square mile versus 1,006), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in New Mexico than in Colorado, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Colorado Springs to Rio Rancho

Full-service estimate for 318 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,240	$1,520	$1,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,650	$2,010	$2,460
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,750	$3,360	$4,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,400	$5,370	$6,550
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,060	$7,390	$9,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$480–$670

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

Portable container

$1,300–$1,920

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

Full-service mover

$2,750–$4,100

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 Rio Rancho (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kirk Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 2907535
MC: 978867
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (319) 461-6567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 95947
MC: 121026
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 823-1441 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Afc Acquisition Corp

USDOT: 95864
MC: 487378
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (505) 761-3285 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New Mexico Van Lines INC

USDOT: 337290
MC: 169871
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (505) 823-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2480299
MC: 858314
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87114 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (505) 459-2515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pbf Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Paul B Fastnacht LLC

USDOT: 2836224
MC: 948981
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87120 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Route Verify on FMCSA

J & E Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: J & E Towing LLC

USDOT: 1449256
MC: 547656
Based in: Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (505) 350-1116 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Albuquerque

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Quick N Easy Moving Of Albuquerque LLC

USDOT: 2276015
MC: 779896
Based in: Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Rio Rancho

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Colorado Springs–Rio Rancho corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Colorado Springs to Rio Rancho?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,240 to $1,850 for a studio, $1,650 to $2,460 for a one-bedroom, $2,750 to $4,100 for a two-bedroom, $4,400 to $6,550 for a three-bedroom and $6,060 to $9,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rio Rancho from Colorado Springs?

About 318 road miles (270 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 11 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 New Mexico 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 Rio Rancho?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,920. 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–Rio Rancho corridor.