Ontario, CA

Greeley, CO → Ontario, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Greeley to Ontario

About 980 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,330–$7,930, delivery in 2–5 days, 112 carriers on the Greeley side and 1,156 in Ontario.

  • 980 miroad distance
  • 17 h 36 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,330–$7,9302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 980 miles (831 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 36 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
112 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,156 (612 interstate)

Reverse: Ontario → Greeley

Ontario sits about 980 miles southwest of Greeley, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to California 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 $5,330 to $7,930 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 17 h 36 min.

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 1,156 around Ontario (612 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 Ontario.

Greeley has a population of about 115,073 and Ontario about 187,013. Ontario is the denser city (3,505 people per square mile versus 2,225 in Greeley), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California 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 Greeley to Ontario

Full-service estimate for 980 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,130 $2,600 $3,170
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,200 $3,900 $4,760
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,330 $6,500 $7,930
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,520 $10,400 $12,680
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,720 $14,290 $17,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,790

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

Full-service mover

$5,330–$7,930

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

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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 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

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

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

Preferred Cartage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

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

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

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

All 112 movers in Greeley

Near Ontario (destination)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1582586
MC
609813
Based in
Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Ttl

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2739945
MC
1129944
Based in
Corona, CA 92881 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376402
MC
815769
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3799553
MC
1379375
Based in
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1782985
MC
650038
Based in
Riverside, CA 92505 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3038921
MC
60287
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3193098
MC
137968
Based in
Ontario, CA 91761 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 1,156 movers in Ontario

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,130 to $3,170 for a studio, $3,200 to $4,760 for a one-bedroom, $5,330 to $7,930 for a two-bedroom, $8,520 to $12,680 for a three-bedroom and $11,720 to $17,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ontario from Greeley?

About 980 road miles (831 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 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 Colorado into California 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 Greeley to Ontario?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,790. 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–Ontario corridor.