Tulsa, OK

Lakewood, CO → Tulsa, OK · Long-distance move

Movers from Lakewood to Tulsa

About 660 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,780–$5,620, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,122 carriers on the Lakewood side and 226 in Tulsa.

  • 660 miroad distance
  • 12 h 5 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,780–$5,6202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 660 miles (559 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 5 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,122 (405 interstate)
Movers at destination
226 (104 interstate)

Reverse: Tulsa → Lakewood

Tulsa sits about 660 miles southeast of Lakewood, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to Oklahoma 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 $3,780 to $5,620 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 5 min.

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 226 around Tulsa (104 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 Tulsa.

Lakewood has a population of about 156,927 and Tulsa about 416,209. Lakewood is considerably denser (3,586 people per square mile versus 2,091), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Oklahoma 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 Lakewood to Tulsa

Full-service estimate for 660 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,510 $1,840 $2,250
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,270 $2,770 $3,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,780 $4,610 $5,620
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,050 $7,370 $9,000
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,310 $10,140 $12,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$980–$1,380

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

Portable container

$1,610–$2,370

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

Full-service mover

$3,780–$5,620

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Lakewood, CO → Tulsa, OK. 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 Tulsa (destination)

Miller Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125792
MC
168121
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
230 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

One Source Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3781181
MC
1353618
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74120 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

United Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2425748
MC
835847
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

T And T America LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4547252
MC
1805442
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74112 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 304 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Dash Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3317066
MC
1057101
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74134 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Total Transportation Solutions Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2031902
MC
713606
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Balanced Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3527900
MC
1173394
Based in
Catoosa, OK 74015 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1632967
MC
705022
Based in
Tulsa, OK 74145 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

All 226 movers in Tulsa

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,510 to $2,250 for a studio, $2,270 to $3,370 for a one-bedroom, $3,780 to $5,620 for a two-bedroom, $6,050 to $9,000 for a three-bedroom and $8,310 to $12,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Tulsa from Lakewood?

About 660 road miles (559 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 5 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oklahoma 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 Lakewood to Tulsa?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $980 to $1,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,610 to $2,370. 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–Tulsa corridor.