Kent, WA → Fort Collins, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Kent to Fort Collins

About 1,147 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,560–$8,270, delivery in 3–7 days, 646 carriers on the Kent side and 104 in Fort Collins.

1,147 miroad distance
20 h 29 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,560–$8,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Kent, Washington
To: Fort Collins, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,147 miles (972 straight-line)
Drive time: 20 h 29 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 646 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination: 104 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Collins → Kent

Fort Collins sits about 1,147 miles southeast of Kent, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington to Colorado 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 $5,560 to $8,270 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 20 h 29 min.

On the Kent side there are 646 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (317 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.

Kent has a population of about 134,871 and Fort Collins about 171,500. Kent is considerably denser (4,041 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. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Kent to Fort Collins

Full-service estimate for 1,147 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,220	$2,710	$3,310
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,340	$4,070	$4,960
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,560	$6,780	$8,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,900	$10,850	$13,240
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,230	$14,920	$18,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,630–$2,300

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

Portable container

$2,040–$3,010

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

Full-service mover

$5,560–$8,270

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 Kent (origin)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Costco Wholesale

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Costco Wholesale Corporation

USDOT: 589006
MC: 1778380
Based in: Issaquah, WA 98027 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,436 trucks, 2,612 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (425) 313-6275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3664442
MC: 75702336
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98006 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (253) 642-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 646 movers in Kent

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,220 to $3,310 for a studio, $3,340 to $4,960 for a one-bedroom, $5,560 to $8,270 for a two-bedroom, $8,900 to $13,240 for a three-bedroom and $12,230 to $18,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Collins from Kent?

About 1,147 road miles (972 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 29 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Washington 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 Kent to Fort Collins?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,630 to $2,300 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,040 to $3,010. 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 Kent–Fort Collins corridor.