Grand Forks, ND → Aurora, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Grand Forks to Aurora

About 806 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,270–$6,350, delivery in 2–5 days, 40 carriers on the Grand Forks side and 1,183 in Aurora.

806 miroad distance
14 h 36 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,270–$6,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Grand Forks, North Dakota
To: Aurora, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 806 miles (683 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 36 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 40 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Grand Forks

Aurora sits about 806 miles southwest of Grand Forks, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Dakota to Colorado that most movers classify as a 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 $4,270 to $6,350 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 14 h 36 min.

On the Grand Forks side there are 40 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,183 around Aurora (464 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 Aurora.

Grand Forks has a population of about 59,000 and Aurora about 410,053. The two cities have comparable density (2,037 and 2,413 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Colorado is a higher-cost state than North Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Grand Forks to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 806 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,710	$2,080	$2,540
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,560	$3,120	$3,810
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,270	$5,200	$6,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,830	$8,320	$10,150
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,380	$11,440	$13,960

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,130–$1,590

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,560

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

Full-service mover

$4,270–$6,350

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 Grand Forks (origin)

Freightex Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2387910
MC: 816635
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (701) 757-1170 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawkes Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 460295
MC: 475583
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (701) 775-5156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spicer Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bruce Spicer Mark Spicer Brad Spicer Cliff Spicer

USDOT: 237868
MC: 157037
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (701) 772-6900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3312635
MC: 1052564
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58201 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (701) 772-2620 Route Verify on FMCSA

Senske & Son

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Senske & Son Transfer Co

USDOT: 125571
MC: 158090
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 746-6472 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lunseth Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330680
MC: 1061342
Based in: Manvel, ND 58256 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (701) 741-3340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whalen'S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whalens INC

USDOT: 35282
MC: 101940
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 775-5557 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pearl Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: David L Schmidt

USDOT: 1796422
MC: 653647
Based in: Grand Forks, ND 58203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (218) 779-8423 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 40 movers in Grand Forks

Near Aurora (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 137781
MC: 1106522
Based in: Englewood, CO 80112 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 579-3668 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 (8 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 (10 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 (15 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 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (303) 601-4173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lg Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1629468
MC: 712228
Based in: Commerce City, CO 80022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (303) 296-2338 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 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (303) 388-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,183 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Grand Forks to Aurora?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,710 to $2,540 for a studio, $2,560 to $3,810 for a one-bedroom, $4,270 to $6,350 for a two-bedroom, $6,830 to $10,150 for a three-bedroom and $9,380 to $13,960 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Grand Forks?

About 806 road miles (683 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 36 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 North Dakota 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 Grand Forks to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,130 to $1,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,560. 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 Grand Forks–Aurora corridor.