Edmond, OK → Thornton, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Edmond to Thornton

About 596 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,620–$5,390, delivery in 2–5 days, 117 carriers on the Edmond side and 718 in Thornton.

596 miroad distance
10 h 59 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,620–$5,3902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Edmond, Oklahoma
To: Thornton, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 596 miles (505 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 59 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 117 (58 interstate)
Movers at destination: 718 (266 interstate)

Reverse: Thornton → Edmond

The route from Edmond, OK to Thornton, CO covers roughly 596 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,620 to $5,390 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 10 h 59 min.

On the Edmond side there are 117 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (58 of them authorized for interstate work), and 718 around Thornton (266 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 Thornton.

Edmond has a population of about 100,479 and Thornton about 147,766. Thornton is the denser city (3,952 people per square mile versus 1,116 in Edmond), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Edmond to Thornton

Full-service estimate for 596 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,450	$1,770	$2,150
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,170	$2,650	$3,230
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,620	$4,420	$5,390
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,790	$7,060	$8,620
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,970	$9,710	$11,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$910–$1,290

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

Portable container

$1,550–$2,280

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

Full-service mover

$3,620–$5,390

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 Edmond (origin)

A-1 Freeman Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 896791
MC: 1425866
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73114 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (940) 217-6812 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scott Rice Of Oklahoma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Workspace Solutions

USDOT: 1072588
MC: 645466
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73121 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (405) 520-0724 Route Verify on FMCSA

Power Point Transports INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2590093
MC: 911159
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (316) 390-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marshall Williams Co LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4488201
MC: 1773730
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (901) 505-8039 Route Verify on FMCSA

Destiny Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Destiny First LLC

USDOT: 3766550
MC: 1342990
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (405) 514-0168 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Safeway Lines & Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3043053
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73012 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (405) 209-0803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lt Express Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1602171
MC: 592641
Based in: Arcadia, OK 73007 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (661) 860-8331 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Quality Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4425470
MC: 1740553
Based in: Edmond, OK 73013 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (580) 595-1262 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 117 movers in Edmond

Near Thornton (destination)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT: 145556
MC: 142969
Based in: Denver, CO 80229 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

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

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 466144
MC: 273706
Based in: Denver, CO 80239 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (303) 371-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300844
MC: 1047129
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 652182
MC: 305711
Based in: Henderson, CO 80640 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (303) 288-2233 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 718 movers in Thornton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Edmond to Thornton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,450 to $2,150 for a studio, $2,170 to $3,230 for a one-bedroom, $3,620 to $5,390 for a two-bedroom, $5,790 to $8,620 for a three-bedroom and $7,970 to $11,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thornton from Edmond?

About 596 road miles (505 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 59 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 Oklahoma 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 Edmond to Thornton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $910 to $1,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,550 to $2,280. 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 Edmond–Thornton corridor.