Greeley, CO → Scottsbluff, NE · Short-haul move

Movers from Greeley to Scottsbluff

About 137 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,100–$3,130, delivery in 1–2 days, 112 carriers on the Greeley side and 21 in Scottsbluff.

137 miroad distance
3 h 4 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,100–$3,1302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Greeley, Colorado
To: Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Road distance: ≈ 137 miles (116 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 4 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 112 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination: 21 (16 interstate)

Reverse: Scottsbluff → Greeley

The route from Greeley, CO to Scottsbluff, NE covers roughly 137 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

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 3 h 4 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,100 and $3,130, 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 21 around Scottsbluff (16 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 Scottsbluff.

Greeley has a population of about 115,073 and Scottsbluff about 15,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,225 and 2,177 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Nebraska than in Colorado, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Greeley to Scottsbluff

Full-service estimate for 137 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,250	$1,520	$1,860
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,260	$1,540	$1,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,100	$2,570	$3,130
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,370	$4,110	$5,010
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,630	$5,640	$6,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,100–$3,130

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 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 Scottsbluff (destination)

Douglas Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974463
MC: 1486188
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (347) 749-9690 Route Verify on FMCSA

S C Blanton Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2964567
MC: 6709
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (308) 633-2604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jody Shellito

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 666294
MC: 315220
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (308) 641-7754 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&a Transportation INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 896528
MC: 471142
Based in: Minatate, NE 69356 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (303) 725-5880 Route Verify on FMCSA

U And U Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 626338
MC: 301563
Based in: Morill, NE 69358 (22 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (308) 635-0080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avila'S Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Roberto Avila

USDOT: 1136370
MC: 480651
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (308) 641-8005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montelongo Trucking & Son LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1675002
MC: 1093782
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (308) 765-9849 Route Verify on FMCSA

E & M Garza LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1464695
MC: 553270
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (308) 672-0849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 21 movers in Scottsbluff

Tips for this move

Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Greeley and Scottsbluff is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Scottsbluff with daylight to spare.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,860 for a studio, $1,260 to $1,880 for a one-bedroom, $2,100 to $3,130 for a two-bedroom, $3,370 to $5,010 for a three-bedroom and $4,630 to $6,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Scottsbluff from Greeley?

About 137 road miles (116 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Nebraska 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 Scottsbluff?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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–Scottsbluff corridor.