El Paso, TX → Thornton, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from El Paso to Thornton

About 665 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,910–$5,810, delivery in 2–5 days, 360 carriers on the El Paso side and 718 in Thornton.

665 miroad distance
12 h 10 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,910–$5,8102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: El Paso, Texas
To: Thornton, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 665 miles (564 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 10 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 360 (263 interstate)
Movers at destination: 718 (266 interstate)

Reverse: Thornton → El Paso

The route from El Paso, TX to Thornton, CO covers roughly 665 miles by road, a north-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 $3,910 to $5,810 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 12 h 10 min.

On the El Paso side there are 360 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (263 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.

El Paso has a population of about 683,012 and Thornton about 147,766. Thornton is the denser city (3,952 people per square mile versus 2,627 in El Paso), 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 El Paso to Thornton

Full-service estimate for 665 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,560	$1,910	$2,320
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,340	$2,860	$3,490
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,910	$4,760	$5,810
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,250	$7,620	$9,300
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,590	$10,480	$12,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,390

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,370

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

Full-service mover

$3,910–$5,810

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.

Moving companies for this route

Near El Paso (origin)

Erives Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1807687
MC: 657011
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 420 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (915) 881-1749 Route Verify on FMCSA

International Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2257332
MC: 770314
Based in: El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (915) 772-7965 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gx3 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3214549
MC: 1004644
Based in: Canutillo, TX 79835 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (915) 222-8101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Priority Freight Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Gerardo Ortiz Priority Freight Lines INC

USDOT: 998388
MC: 419934
Based in: El Paso, TX 79936 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (915) 594-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

J J A Munoz Dist

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: J J A Munoz Dist INC

USDOT: 820957
MC: 361633
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (915) 858-4660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agr Logistic Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3522507
MC: 1385704
Based in: El Paso, TX 79911 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (575) 200-0222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jpn Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3536550
MC: 1179245
Based in: El Paso, TX 79915 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (915) 491-8297 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lechuga Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2364352
MC: 810519
Based in: El Paso, TX 79922 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (915) 253-6201 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 360 movers in El Paso

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 El Paso to Thornton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,560 to $2,320 for a studio, $2,340 to $3,490 for a one-bedroom, $3,910 to $5,810 for a two-bedroom, $6,250 to $9,300 for a three-bedroom and $8,590 to $12,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thornton from El Paso?

About 665 road miles (564 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 10 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 El Paso to Thornton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $980 to $1,390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,610 to $2,370. 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 El Paso–Thornton corridor.