Denver, CO → Aspen, CO · Short-haul move
About 131 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,220–$3,300, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,411 carriers on the Denver side and 29 in Aspen.
Moving from Denver to Aspen is a short-haul move of roughly 131 road miles, heading west within Colorado.
Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 58 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,220 and $3,300, before packing or storage.
On the Denver side there are 1,411 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (531 of them authorized for interstate work), and 29 around Aspen (9 interstate). For an in-state 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 Aspen.
Denver has a population of about 740,613 and Aspen about 7,000. Denver is considerably denser (4,674 people per square mile versus 1,813), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,330 | $1,620 | $1,980 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,330 | $1,620 | $1,980 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,220 | $2,700 | $3,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,540 | $4,320 | $5,270 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,870 | $5,940 | $7,250 |
$280–$400
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,140–$1,670
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,220–$3,300
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Denver, CO → Aspen, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,330 to $1,980 for a one-bedroom, $2,220 to $3,300 for a two-bedroom, $3,540 to $5,270 for a three-bedroom and $4,870 to $7,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 131 road miles (111 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 58 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.
No. Because both Denver and Aspen are in Colorado, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,670. 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.
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 Denver–Aspen corridor.