Lincoln, NE → Pueblo, CO · Long-distance move
About 540 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,530–$5,260, delivery in 2–5 days, 160 carriers on the Lincoln side and 44 in Pueblo.
Moving from Lincoln to Pueblo is a long-distance move of roughly 540 road miles, heading west from Nebraska to Colorado.
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 $3,530 to $5,260 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 10 h 1 min.
On the Lincoln side there are 160 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (83 of them authorized for interstate work), and 44 around Pueblo (20 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 Pueblo.
Lincoln has a population of about 301,522 and Pueblo about 110,404. Lincoln is considerably denser (2,979 people per square mile versus 2,019), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Nebraska, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,410 | $1,720 | $2,100 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,120 | $2,590 | $3,150 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,530 | $4,310 | $5,260 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $5,650 | $6,900 | $8,410 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $7,770 | $9,480 | $11,570 |
$850–$1,210
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,500–$2,210
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,530–$5,260
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Lincoln, NE → Pueblo, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Charlie L Cornett
Legal name: Brandon Elam Trucking LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,100 for a studio, $2,120 to $3,150 for a one-bedroom, $3,530 to $5,260 for a two-bedroom, $5,650 to $8,410 for a three-bedroom and $7,770 to $11,570 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 540 road miles (457 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 1 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Nebraska 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $850 to $1,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,500 to $2,210. 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.
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 Lincoln–Pueblo corridor.