Aurora, CO

Lakewood, CO → Aurora, CO · Local move

Movers from Lakewood to Aurora

About 25 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,220–$1,820, delivery in 0–1 days, 1,122 carriers on the Lakewood side and 1,183 in Aurora.

  • 25 miroad distance
  • 47 mindriving time
  • 0–1 daysdelivery window
  • $1,220–$1,8202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 25 miles (21 straight-line)
Drive time
47 min
Delivery window
0–1 days
Move type
In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin
1,122 (405 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Lakewood

Aurora sits about 25 miles east of Lakewood, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a local 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 47 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,220 and $1,820, before packing or storage.

On the Lakewood side there are 1,122 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (405 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,183 around Aurora (464 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 Aurora.

Lakewood has a population of about 156,927 and Aurora about 410,053. Lakewood is considerably denser (3,586 people per square mile versus 2,413), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 25 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $640 $780 $950
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $760 $920 $1,120
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,220 $1,490 $1,820
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $1,900 $2,320 $2,830
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $2,860 $3,490 $4,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$180–$250

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

Portable container

$1,040–$1,530

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

Full-service mover

$1,220–$1,820

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Lakewood, CO → Aurora, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Lakewood (origin)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
202381
MC
157626
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
145556
MC
142969
Based in
Denver, CO 80229 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
22520
MC
378084
Based in
Englewood, CO 80110 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pfc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3190181
MC
135191
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3300844
MC
1047129
Based in
Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3483705
MC
1144340
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Bts Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3115238
MC
84879
Based in
Denver, CO 80231 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 1,122 movers in Lakewood

Near Aurora (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
137781
MC
1106522
Based in
Englewood, CO 80112 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pfc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466144
MC
273706
Based in
Denver, CO 80239 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3483705
MC
1144340
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Luna Freight LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3291029
MC
1042161
Based in
Lone Tree, CO 80124 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Delivered On LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3191370
MC
137078
Based in
Parker, CO 80138 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Lg Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1629468
MC
712228
Based in
Commerce City, CO 80022 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1353870
MC
519829
Based in
Aurora, CO 80011 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

All 1,183 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lakewood to Aurora?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $640 to $950 for a studio, $760 to $1,120 for a one-bedroom, $1,220 to $1,820 for a two-bedroom, $1,900 to $2,830 for a three-bedroom and $2,860 to $4,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Lakewood?

About 25 road miles (21 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 Lakewood and Aurora 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 Lakewood to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $180 to $250 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,040 to $1,530. 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 Lakewood–Aurora corridor.