Greeley, CO → Arvada, CO · Short-haul move

Movers from Greeley to Arvada

About 53 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,370–$2,030, delivery in 1–2 days, 112 carriers on the Greeley side and 521 in Arvada.

53 miroad distance
1 h 37 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,370–$2,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Greeley, Colorado
To: Arvada, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 53 miles (45 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 37 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin: 112 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination: 521 (164 interstate)

Reverse: Arvada → Greeley

Arvada sits about 53 miles southwest of Greeley, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 37 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,370 and $2,030, before packing or storage.

On the Greeley side there are 112 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (61 of them authorized for interstate work), and 521 around Arvada (164 interstate). For an in-state 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 Arvada.

Greeley has a population of about 115,073 and Arvada about 122,901. Arvada is the denser city (3,198 people per square mile versus 2,225 in Greeley), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Greeley to Arvada

Full-service estimate for 53 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$750	$910	$1,110
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$860	$1,050	$1,280
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,370	$1,670	$2,030
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,080	$2,540	$3,100
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,080	$3,760	$4,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$200–$290

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,370–$2,030

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Greeley (origin)

Jbs Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 184843
MC: 152285
Based in: Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,188 trucks, 573 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (866) 298-4573 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skybridge Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327639
MC: 1060138
Based in: Windsor, CO 80550 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 175 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 567-1924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Scale Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2209328
MC: 767901
Based in: Eaton, CO 80615 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (806) 589-5858 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Cartage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Cartage Service INC

USDOT: 659257
MC: 309159
Based in: Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (970) 304-1454 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exodus Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 675502
MC: 311727
Based in: Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (970) 484-1488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hawa Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3353688
MC: 1072633
Based in: Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (303) 929-5251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bulk Transporters INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 110281
MC: 116645
Based in: Gilcrest, CO 80623 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (970) 737-2474 Route Verify on FMCSA

Workspace Innovations LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1830434
MC: 704755
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80528 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 568-5210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Greeley

Near Arvada (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

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 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

Red'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1850527
MC: 670112
Based in: Denver, CO 80216 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (303) 733-7869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kardil Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840706
MC: 951265
Based in: Denver, CO 80207 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (720) 452-7500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmaat Denver Metro LLC

USDOT: 2433161
Based in: Thornton, CO 80241 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (303) 344-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 521 movers in Arvada

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Greeley to Arvada?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $750 to $1,110 for a studio, $860 to $1,280 for a one-bedroom, $1,370 to $2,030 for a two-bedroom, $2,080 to $3,100 for a three-bedroom and $3,080 to $4,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arvada from Greeley?

About 53 road miles (45 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 37 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Greeley and Arvada are in Colorado, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Greeley to Arvada?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $200 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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 Greeley–Arvada corridor.