Aurora, CO

Louisville, KY → Aurora, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Louisville to Aurora

About 1,214 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,150–$7,670, delivery in 3–7 days, 401 carriers on the Louisville side and 1,183 in Aurora.

  • 1,214 miroad distance
  • 21 h 38 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,150–$7,6702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,214 miles (1,029 straight-line)
Drive time
21 h 38 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
401 (245 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Louisville

Aurora sits about 1,214 miles west of Louisville, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kentucky to Colorado 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 $5,150 to $7,670 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 21 h 38 min.

On the Louisville side there are 401 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (245 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,183 around Aurora (464 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 Aurora.

Louisville has a population of about 641,962 and Aurora about 410,053. The two cities have comparable density (1,948 and 2,413 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Louisville to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 1,214 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,060 $2,510 $3,070
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,090 $3,770 $4,600
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,150 $6,280 $7,670
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,250 $10,060 $12,270
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,340 $13,830 $16,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,700–$2,400

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

Portable container

$2,100–$3,090

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

Full-service mover

$5,150–$7,670

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Louisville, KY → Aurora, CO. 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 Louisville (origin)

Summitt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
912424
MC
395146
Based in
Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
130 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Product Distribution Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
230522
MC
161523
Based in
Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
103 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Kentucky Container Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
215501
MC
160261
Based in
Louisville, KY 40219 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
94 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Arman Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1282568
MC
501603
Based in
Louisville, KY 40211 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Tsi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1145145
MC
430708
Based in
Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Xlg Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1238768
MC
487788
Based in
Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Fc Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1390662
MC
529189
Based in
Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

B & J Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
450803
MC
215301
Based in
Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

All 401 movers in Louisville

Near Aurora (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
137781
MC
1106522
Based in
Englewood, CO 80112 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pfc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466144
MC
273706
Based in
Denver, CO 80239 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3483705
MC
1144340
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Luna Freight LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3291029
MC
1042161
Based in
Lone Tree, CO 80124 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Delivered On LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3191370
MC
137078
Based in
Parker, CO 80138 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Lg Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1629468
MC
712228
Based in
Commerce City, CO 80022 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1353870
MC
519829
Based in
Aurora, CO 80011 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

All 1,183 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Louisville to Aurora?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,060 to $3,070 for a studio, $3,090 to $4,600 for a one-bedroom, $5,150 to $7,670 for a two-bedroom, $8,250 to $12,270 for a three-bedroom and $11,340 to $16,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Louisville?

About 1,214 road miles (1,029 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 38 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Kentucky 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 Louisville to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,700 to $2,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,100 to $3,090. 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 Louisville–Aurora corridor.