Lakewood, CO → Fort Collins, CO · Short-haul move

Movers from Lakewood to Fort Collins

About 69 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,450–$2,150, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,122 carriers on the Lakewood side and 104 in Fort Collins.

69 miroad distance
1 h 53 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,450–$2,1502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lakewood, Colorado
To: Fort Collins, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 69 miles (59 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 53 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin: 1,122 (405 interstate)
Movers at destination: 104 (46 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Collins → Lakewood

Moving from Lakewood to Fort Collins is a short-haul move of roughly 69 road miles, heading north within Colorado.

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 1 h 53 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,450 and $2,150, 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 104 around Fort Collins (46 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 Fort Collins.

Lakewood has a population of about 156,927 and Fort Collins about 171,500. The two cities have comparable density (3,586 and 2,969 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Fort Collins

Full-service estimate for 69 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$810	$990	$1,200
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$920	$1,130	$1,380
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,450	$1,770	$2,150
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,190	$2,670	$3,260
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,210	$3,910	$4,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$220–$310

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

Portable container

$1,080–$1,590

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

Full-service mover

$1,450–$2,150

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 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

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

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

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (303) 761-3195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

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

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (720) 825-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,122 movers in Lakewood

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

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 Lakewood and Fort Collins is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Fort Collins with daylight to spare.
Check Colorado intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $810 to $1,200 for a studio, $920 to $1,380 for a one-bedroom, $1,450 to $2,150 for a two-bedroom, $2,190 to $3,260 for a three-bedroom and $3,210 to $4,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Collins from Lakewood?

About 69 road miles (59 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 53 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 Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $220 to $310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,080 to $1,590. 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–Fort Collins corridor.