Aurora, CO

Grand Prairie, TX → Aurora, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Grand Prairie to Aurora

About 764 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,160–$6,190, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,899 carriers on the Grand Prairie side and 1,183 in Aurora.

  • 764 miroad distance
  • 13 h 52 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,160–$6,1902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 764 miles (647 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 52 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,899 (756 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Grand Prairie

Moving from Grand Prairie to Aurora is a long-distance move of roughly 764 road miles, heading northwest from Texas 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 $4,160 to $6,190 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 13 h 52 min.

On the Grand Prairie side there are 1,899 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (756 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 Prairie has a population of about 209,434 and Aurora about 410,053. The two cities have comparable density (2,701 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 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 Grand Prairie to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 764 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,660 $2,030 $2,470
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,500 $3,040 $3,710
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,160 $5,070 $6,190
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,650 $8,110 $9,900
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,150 $11,160 $13,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,080–$1,530

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

Portable container

$1,700–$2,500

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

Full-service mover

$4,160–$6,190

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Grand Prairie, TX → Aurora, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Grand Prairie (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
160955
MC
180584
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
822809
MC
364675
Based in
Dallas, TX 75211 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3508894
MC
1160787
Based in
Arlington, TX 76011 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2475440
MC
856231
Based in
Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2927239
MC
987973
Based in
Pantego, TX 76013 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier
USDOT
6172104
Based in
Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Milan Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2393479
MC
822800
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Jetex Freight LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1580734
MC
585393
Based in
Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
79 trucks, 266 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 1,899 movers in Grand Prairie

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

Pfc

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

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

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

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

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

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

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate
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

All 1,183 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,470 for a studio, $2,500 to $3,710 for a one-bedroom, $4,160 to $6,190 for a two-bedroom, $6,650 to $9,900 for a three-bedroom and $9,150 to $13,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Grand Prairie?

About 764 road miles (647 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 52 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 Grand Prairie to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,080 to $1,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,700 to $2,500. 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 Prairie–Aurora corridor.