Fort Collins, CO → Rochester, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Collins to Rochester

About 1,673 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,060–$10,500, delivery in 5–10 days, 104 carriers on the Fort Collins side and 306 in Rochester.

1,673 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,060–$10,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fort Collins, Colorado
To: Rochester, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,673 miles (1,418 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 104 (46 interstate)
Movers at destination: 306 (95 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Fort Collins

Moving from Fort Collins to Rochester is a cross-country move of roughly 1,673 road miles, heading east from Colorado to New York.

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 $7,060 to $10,500 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Fort Collins side there are 104 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (46 of them authorized for interstate work), and 306 around Rochester (95 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 Rochester.

Fort Collins has a population of about 171,500 and Rochester about 206,108. Rochester is the denser city (5,903 people per square mile versus 2,969 in Fort Collins), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Fort Collins to Rochester

Full-service estimate for 1,673 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,820	$3,440	$4,200
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,230	$5,160	$6,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,060	$8,610	$10,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,290	$13,770	$16,800
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,520	$18,930	$23,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,320–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,700

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

Full-service mover

$7,060–$10,500

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 Fort Collins (origin)

Skybridge Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327639
MC: 1060138
Based in: Windsor, CO 80550 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 175 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 567-1924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loveland Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Loveland Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3328432
MC: 1063049
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80525 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (719) 313-7945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roman Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3444574
MC: 1119657
Based in: Loveland, CO 80538 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 32 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (970) 699-2573 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840634
MC: 1801923
Based in: Loveland, CO 80537 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (970) 593-8950 Route Verify on FMCSA

Workspace Innovations LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1830434
MC: 704755
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80528 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 568-5210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Peak 14 Moving LLC

USDOT: 2126287
MC: 740818
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80524 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 686-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Choice Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2782658
MC: 1795838
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80525 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (970) 658-7627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hydra Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 840784
MC: 737136
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80524 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (970) 493-6101 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 104 movers in Fort Collins

Near Rochester (destination)

US Commercial Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1858362
MC: 663221
Based in: Rochester, NY 14621 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 301 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (585) 266-1404 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wegmans Food Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 185452
MC: 152450
Based in: Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 216 trucks, 387 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (585) 279-4312 Route Verify on FMCSA

Custom Courier Solutions INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1612855
Based in: Rochester, NY 14606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (585) 568-1309 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cargo Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2346265
MC: 802875
Based in: Rochester, NY 14626 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (585) 745-0216 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2363517
MC: 810160
Based in: Rochester, NY 14613 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (585) 672-1496 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amj Home Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amj Hd 23 INC

USDOT: 4058921
MC: 1539704
Based in: Rochester, NY 14623 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (905) 670-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sheridan Brothers Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1203584
MC: 489094
Based in: Rochester, NY 14624 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (585) 254-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Juan C Medina DBA Rogue Logistic

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roque Logistic INC

USDOT: 3428666
MC: 1110266
Based in: Rochester, NY 14616 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 906-6164 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 306 movers in Rochester

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Collins to Rochester?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,820 to $4,200 for a studio, $4,230 to $6,300 for a one-bedroom, $7,060 to $10,500 for a two-bedroom, $11,290 to $16,800 for a three-bedroom and $15,520 to $23,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Fort Collins?

About 1,673 road miles (1,418 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Colorado into New York 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 Fort Collins to Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,320 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,700. 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 Fort Collins–Rochester corridor.