Denver, CO → Ukiah, CA · Long-distance move
About 1,153 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,830–$8,670, delivery in 3–7 days, 1,411 carriers on the Denver side and 15 in Ukiah.
Ukiah sits about 1,153 miles west of Denver, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to California that most movers classify as a 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 $5,830 to $8,670 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 35 min.
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 15 around Ukiah (3 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 Ukiah.
Denver has a population of about 740,613 and Ukiah about 17,000. Denver is considerably denser (4,674 people per square mile versus 3,484), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,330 | $2,840 | $3,470 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,500 | $4,260 | $5,200 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,830 | $7,110 | $8,670 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $9,320 | $11,370 | $13,870 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $12,820 | $15,640 | $19,070 |
$1,630–$2,310
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$2,050–$3,010
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,830–$8,670
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,330 to $3,470 for a studio, $3,500 to $5,200 for a one-bedroom, $5,830 to $8,670 for a two-bedroom, $9,320 to $13,870 for a three-bedroom and $12,820 to $19,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 1,153 road miles (977 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 35 min.
Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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.
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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,630 to $2,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,050 to $3,010. 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–Ukiah corridor.