Lakewood, CO → Utica, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Lakewood to Utica

About 1,839 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,360–$10,950, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,122 carriers on the Lakewood side and 107 in Utica.

1,839 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,360–$10,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lakewood, Colorado
To: Utica, New York
Road distance: ≈ 1,839 miles (1,559 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,122 (405 interstate)
Movers at destination: 107 (42 interstate)

Reverse: Utica → Lakewood

Utica sits about 1,839 miles east of Lakewood, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to New York that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $7,360 to $10,950 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

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 107 around Utica (42 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 Utica.

Lakewood has a population of about 156,927 and Utica about 65,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,586 and 3,904 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New York is a higher-cost state than Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lakewood to Utica

Full-service estimate for 1,839 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,940	$3,590	$4,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,410	$5,380	$6,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,360	$8,970	$10,950
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,770	$14,360	$17,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,190	$19,740	$24,080

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,640–$3,730

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

Portable container

$2,660–$3,910

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

Full-service mover

$7,360–$10,950

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 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 Utica (destination)

R B Humphreys INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 55512
MC: 143396
Based in: Rome, NY 13440 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (315) 838-2650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eastern Vip Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3541206
MC: 1182438
Based in: Utica, NY 13502 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Felice Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Felice Trucking Service INC

USDOT: 55523
MC: 22944
Based in: Rome, NY 13440 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (315) 337-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wolfe News Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1132195
MC: 1329906
Based in: Clinton, NY 13323 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (315) 853-6397 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eja Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Eja Services INC

USDOT: 1948559
MC: 907304
Based in: Oriskany, NY 13424 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (315) 335-0516 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cxj Service LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4236193
Based in: Herkimer, NY 13350 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (315) 940-1324 Route Verify on FMCSA

Millenium Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3475043
MC: 1138628
Based in: Utica, NY 13501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (315) 507-1652 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miss Mallory Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3475403
MC: 1138867
Based in: Whitesboro, NY 13492 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (315) 275-7210 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 107 movers in Utica

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,940 to $4,380 for a studio, $4,410 to $6,570 for a one-bedroom, $7,360 to $10,950 for a two-bedroom, $11,770 to $17,520 for a three-bedroom and $16,190 to $24,080 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Utica from Lakewood?

About 1,839 road miles (1,559 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 Colorado into New York 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 Utica?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,640 to $3,730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,660 to $3,910. 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–Utica corridor.