Hartford, CT → Fort Collins, CO · Cross-country move

Movers from Hartford to Fort Collins

About 1,979 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,280–$10,830, delivery in 5–10 days, 350 carriers on the Hartford side and 104 in Fort Collins.

1,979 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,280–$10,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hartford, Connecticut
To: Fort Collins, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,979 miles (1,677 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 350 (246 interstate)
Movers at destination: 104 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Collins → Hartford

The route from Hartford, CT to Fort Collins, CO covers roughly 1,979 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,280 to $10,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Hartford side there are 350 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (246 of them authorized for interstate work), and 104 around Fort Collins (46 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 Fort Collins.

Hartford has a population of about 121,981 and Fort Collins about 171,500. Hartford is considerably denser (6,957 people per square mile versus 2,969), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Hartford to Fort Collins

Full-service estimate for 1,979 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,910	$3,550	$4,330
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,370	$5,330	$6,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,280	$8,880	$10,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,650	$14,210	$17,330
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,020	$19,530	$23,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,780–$3,930

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

Portable container

$2,790–$4,100

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

Full-service mover

$7,280–$10,830

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 Hartford (origin)

Bob'S Discount Furniture LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1326635
MC: 1550101
Based in: Manchester, CT 06042 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 225 trucks, 205 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (959) 237-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msm Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2557265
MC: 891791
Based in: Hartford, CT 06114 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 216-9120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spelman Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3439865
MC: 1116903
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (959) 777-9871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spacefitters LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1389824
MC: 528899
Based in: Bloomfield, CT 06002 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (860) 818-1967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Connecticut

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Antwall 13 LLC

USDOT: 3638680
Based in: Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 205-5851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2566125
MC: 897804
Based in: West Hartford, CT 06110 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (860) 988-3887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kay'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 102032
MC: 120883
Based in: South Windsor, CT 06074 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 291-2436 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 350 movers in Hartford

Near Fort Collins (destination)

Skybridge Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327639
MC: 1060138
Based in: Windsor, CO 80550 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 175 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (970) 567-1924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loveland Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Loveland Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3328432
MC: 1063049
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80525 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 57 trucks, 57 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (719) 313-7945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roman Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3444574
MC: 1119657
Based in: Loveland, CO 80538 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 32 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (970) 699-2573 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyline Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840634
MC: 1801923
Based in: Loveland, CO 80537 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (970) 593-8950 Route Verify on FMCSA

Workspace Innovations LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1830434
MC: 704755
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80528 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (970) 568-5210 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Peak 14 Moving LLC

USDOT: 2126287
MC: 740818
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80524 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (970) 686-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Choice Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2782658
MC: 1795838
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80525 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (970) 658-7627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hydra Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 840784
MC: 737136
Based in: Fort Collins, CO 80524 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (970) 493-6101 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 104 movers in Fort Collins

Tips for this move

Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Fort Collins accordingly.

Near Hartford

Near Fort Collins

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hartford to Fort Collins?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,910 to $4,330 for a studio, $4,370 to $6,500 for a one-bedroom, $7,280 to $10,830 for a two-bedroom, $11,650 to $17,330 for a three-bedroom and $16,020 to $23,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Collins from Hartford?

About 1,979 road miles (1,677 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Connecticut 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 Hartford to Fort Collins?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,780 to $3,930 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,790 to $4,100. 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 Hartford–Fort Collins corridor.