Aurora, CO

Denton, TX → Aurora, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Denton to Aurora

About 725 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,060–$6,040, delivery in 2–5 days, 409 carriers on the Denton side and 1,183 in Aurora.

  • 725 miroad distance
  • 13 h 12 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,060–$6,0402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 725 miles (615 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 12 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
409 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Denton

Moving from Denton to Aurora is a long-distance move of roughly 725 road miles, heading northwest from Texas 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 $4,060 to $6,040 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 12 min.

On the Denton side there are 409 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,183 around Aurora (464 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 Aurora.

Denton has a population of about 169,431 and Aurora about 410,053. Aurora is the denser city (2,413 people per square mile versus 1,451 in Denton), 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 Denton to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 725 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,620 $1,980 $2,420
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,440 $2,970 $3,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,060 $4,950 $6,040
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,490 $7,920 $9,660
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,930 $10,890 $13,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,040–$1,480

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,450

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

Full-service mover

$4,060–$6,040

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Denton, TX → Aurora, 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 Denton (origin)

Titus Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
306971
MC
190464
Based in
Denton, TX 76210 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
270 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Little Guys Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
880583
MC
689082
Based in
Denton, TX 76201 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Brown Box Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2295684
MC
943303
Based in
Denton, TX 76209 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

S 4 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1827498
MC
901612
Based in
Hickory Creek, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Kamand LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3835904
MC
1393179
Based in
Aubrey, TX 76227 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Axp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2031387
MC
723293
Based in
Lake Dallas, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All My Sons Of Denton County LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2958778
MC
3428
Based in
Denton, TX 76207 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Extra Plus TX INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2514965
MC
872522
Based in
Keller, TX 76226 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

All 409 movers in Denton

Near Aurora (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
137781
MC
1106522
Based in
Englewood, CO 80112 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pfc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466144
MC
273706
Based in
Denver, CO 80239 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

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

Luna Freight LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3291029
MC
1042161
Based in
Lone Tree, CO 80124 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Delivered On LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3191370
MC
137078
Based in
Parker, CO 80138 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Lg Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1629468
MC
712228
Based in
Commerce City, CO 80022 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1353870
MC
519829
Based in
Aurora, CO 80011 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

All 1,183 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Denton to Aurora?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,620 to $2,420 for a studio, $2,440 to $3,620 for a one-bedroom, $4,060 to $6,040 for a two-bedroom, $6,490 to $9,660 for a three-bedroom and $8,930 to $13,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Denton?

About 725 road miles (615 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 12 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 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 Denton to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,040 to $1,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,450. 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 Denton–Aurora corridor.