Durango, CO → Aspen, CO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Durango to Aspen

About 171 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,370–$3,530, delivery in 1–2 days, 21 carriers on the Durango side and 29 in Aspen.

171 miroad distance
3 h 39 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,370–$3,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Durango, Colorado
To: Aspen, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 171 miles (145 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 39 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin: 21 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Aspen → Durango

Aspen sits about 171 miles northeast of Durango, so this is an in-state move 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 $2,370 to $3,530 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 39 min.

On the Durango side there are 21 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 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.

Durango has a population of about 20,000 and Aspen about 7,000. Aspen is the denser city (1,813 people per square mile versus 1,293 in Durango), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Durango to Aspen

Full-service estimate for 171 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,330	$1,620	$1,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,420	$1,730	$2,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,370	$2,890	$3,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,790	$4,630	$5,640
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,220	$6,360	$7,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$330–$460

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

Portable container

$1,170–$1,720

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

Full-service mover

$2,370–$3,530

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Durango (origin)

McKee Cattle Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1678358
MC: 1098617
Based in: Durango, CO 81303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (970) 749-4819 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bob'S Backhoe Service

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Bob D Creed

USDOT: 1274510
Based in: Durango, CO 81303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (970) 259-8457 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & M Construction & Excavation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Andy Weber

USDOT: 774005
MC: 349665
Based in: Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 (44 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (970) 749-4568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Army Ant Moving Durango Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Green Apple Moving LLC

USDOT: 2303164
MC: 787466
Based in: Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (505) 404-7755 Route Verify on FMCSA

Durango Trash Panda LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4278120
MC: 1662560
Based in: Hesperus, CO 81326 (16 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (918) 260-0846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wayne'S Towing & Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4015525
MC: 1572441
Based in: Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (970) 769-9150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jm Partners

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maxco

USDOT: 1037203
MC: 927485
Based in: Ignacio, CO 81137 (21 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (970) 749-9219 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Mountain Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4378958
MC: 1716216
Based in: Durango, CO 81301 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (970) 279-8322 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 21 movers in Durango

Near Aspen (destination)

Aspen Waste Services LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4333391
MC: 1692201
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (605) 553-3429 Route Verify on FMCSA

Columbine Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Columbine Storage Center INC

USDOT: 651463
Based in: Aspen, CO 81611 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (970) 925-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Columbine Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Alpine Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 3367776
Based in: Aspen, CO 81611 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 925-2201 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aspen Moving & Storage

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: 237 Ams LLC

USDOT: 1791781
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 927-4900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haul It All Store It All

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Steury & Associates

USDOT: 3309092
Based in: Snowmass, CO 81654 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 787-5183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Form 44 Construction Management

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4252901
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (770) 709-8730 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmar Lewis Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jeff Lewis

USDOT: 1769840
Based in: Basalt, CO 81621 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 927-3173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cadogan Tate Aspen

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Olde Towne Antiques Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 888572
MC: 392360
Based in: Carbondale, CO 81623 (18 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (970) 384-4444 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 29 movers in Aspen

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Durango to Aspen?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,420 to $2,120 for a one-bedroom, $2,370 to $3,530 for a two-bedroom, $3,790 to $5,640 for a three-bedroom and $5,220 to $7,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aspen from Durango?

About 171 road miles (145 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 39 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Durango 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Durango to Aspen?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $330 to $460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,170 to $1,720. 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 Durango–Aspen corridor.