Elko, NV → Centennial, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Elko to Centennial

About 686 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,090–$6,090, delivery in 2–5 days, 4 carriers on the Elko side and 826 in Centennial.

686 miroad distance
12 h 32 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,090–$6,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elko, Nevada
To: Centennial, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 686 miles (581 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 32 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 4 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 826 (318 interstate)

Reverse: Centennial → Elko

Moving from Elko to Centennial is a long-distance move of roughly 686 road miles, heading east from Nevada to Colorado.

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 $4,090 to $6,090 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 32 min.

On the Elko side there are 4 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 826 around Centennial (318 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 Centennial.

Elko has a population of about 21,000 and Centennial about 108,658. Centennial is the denser city (3,650 people per square mile versus 1,152 in Elko), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Elko to Centennial

Full-service estimate for 686 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,640	$2,000	$2,440
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,460	$3,000	$3,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,550	$7,990	$9,750
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,010	$10,980	$13,400

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,000–$1,420

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,400

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

Full-service mover

$4,090–$6,090

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 Elko (origin)

Naranjoherrera LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 7891195
MC: 81751123
Based in: Elko, NV 89801 (23 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (775) 421-7064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brothers Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4240187
MC: 1641943
Based in: Spring Creek, NV 89815 (21 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (669) 282-8000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dlmovers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dobbs Legacy LLC

USDOT: 4302230
MC: 1681964
Based in: Spring Creek, NV 89815 (21 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (775) 293-1543 Route Verify on FMCSA

Romnick Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4471389
MC: 1764767
Based in: Elko, NV 89801 (23 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (775) 622-6232 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 4 movers in Elko

Near Centennial (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 137781
MC: 1106522
Based in: Englewood, CO 80112 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 579-3668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22520
MC: 378084
Based in: Englewood, CO 80110 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 761-3195 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 (13 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 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (303) 371-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3483705
MC: 1144340
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3291029
MC: 1042161
Based in: Lone Tree, CO 80124 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (720) 965-4245 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delivered On LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3191370
MC: 137078
Based in: Parker, CO 80138 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (303) 601-4173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Buehler Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 1353870
MC: 519829
Based in: Aurora, CO 80011 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (303) 388-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 826 movers in Centennial

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Elko to Centennial?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,640 to $2,440 for a studio, $2,460 to $3,650 for a one-bedroom, $4,090 to $6,090 for a two-bedroom, $6,550 to $9,750 for a three-bedroom and $9,010 to $13,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Centennial from Elko?

About 686 road miles (581 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 32 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 Nevada 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 Elko to Centennial?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,000 to $1,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 to $2,400. 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 Elko–Centennial corridor.