Laramie, WY → Arvada, CO · Short-haul move

Movers from Laramie to Arvada

About 123 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,080–$3,100, delivery in 1–2 days, 8 carriers on the Laramie side and 521 in Arvada.

123 miroad distance
2 h 49 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,080–$3,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laramie, Wyoming
To: Arvada, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 123 miles (105 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 49 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 8 (7 interstate)
Movers at destination: 521 (164 interstate)

Reverse: Arvada → Laramie

The route from Laramie, WY to Arvada, CO covers roughly 123 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

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 2 h 49 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,080 and $3,100, before packing or storage.

On the Laramie side there are 8 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (7 of them authorized for interstate work), and 521 around Arvada (164 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 Arvada.

Laramie has a population of about 32,000 and Arvada about 122,901. Arvada is the denser city (3,198 people per square mile versus 1,707 in Laramie), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Wyoming, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Wyoming, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laramie to Arvada

Full-service estimate for 123 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,270	$1,550	$1,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,270	$1,550	$1,880
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,080	$2,540	$3,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,330	$4,060	$4,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,580	$5,590	$6,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,080–$3,100

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 Laramie (origin)

Akal Energy LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1970617
MC: 803755
Based in: Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (303) 517-0165 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cowboy Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502203
MC: 148483
Based in: Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (307) 745-9294 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2630599
MC: 915454
Based in: Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (307) 363-1464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosario Global Systems LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3718622
MC: 1307998
Based in: Laramine, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (551) 751-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jc2 Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3929978
MC: 1456276
Based in: Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (303) 358-3526 Route Verify on FMCSA

On The Brink Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4345179
MC: 1698246
Based in: Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Route Verify on FMCSA

Binning Custom Products INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 100350
MC: 287123
Based in: Laramie, WY 82072 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (307) 310-9735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nolimo25 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3471063
MC: 1136139
Based in: Laramie, WY 82070 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (307) 399-1850 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 8 movers in Laramie

Near Arvada (destination)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 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 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1850527
MC: 670112
Based in: Denver, CO 80216 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (303) 733-7869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kardil Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840706
MC: 951265
Based in: Denver, CO 80207 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (720) 452-7500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmaat Denver Metro LLC

USDOT: 2433161
Based in: Thornton, CO 80241 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (303) 344-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 521 movers in Arvada

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laramie to Arvada?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,270 to $1,880 for a one-bedroom, $2,080 to $3,100 for a two-bedroom, $3,330 to $4,960 for a three-bedroom and $4,580 to $6,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arvada from Laramie?

About 123 road miles (105 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 49 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Wyoming 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 Laramie to Arvada?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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 Laramie–Arvada corridor.