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Grand Junction, CO

Melbourne, FL → Grand Junction, CO · Cross-country move

Movers from Melbourne to Grand Junction

About 2,084 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,120–$10,600, delivery in 5–10 days, 110 carriers on the Melbourne side and 67 in Grand Junction.

  • 2,084 miroad distance
  • 36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,120–$10,6002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,084 miles (1,766 straight-line)
Drive time
36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (44 interstate)
Movers at destination
67 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Grand Junction → Melbourne

Grand Junction sits about 2,084 miles northwest of Melbourne, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Colorado 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 $7,120 to $10,600 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 36 hours (5 driving days).

On the Melbourne side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (44 of them authorized for interstate work), and 67 around Grand Junction (30 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 Grand Junction.

Melbourne has a population of about 86,000 and Grand Junction about 70,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,916 and 1,614 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Melbourne to Grand Junction

Full-service estimate for 2,084 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,850 $3,480 $4,240
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,270 $5,210 $6,360
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,120 $8,690 $10,600
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,400 $13,900 $16,960
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,670 $19,110 $23,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,890–$4,080

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

Portable container

$2,880–$4,240

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

Full-service mover

$7,120–$10,600

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Melbourne, FL → Grand Junction, 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 Melbourne (origin)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055942
MC
1537994
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32935 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT
3599867
MC
1222354
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT
3705921
MC
1298651
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msr Trucking USA INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
845056
MC
373614
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (954) 398-3477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Untouchable Express Cargo Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4071316
MC
1546792
Based in
Indialantic, FL 32903 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (786) 547-9335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4412209
MC
1733425
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32907 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Team Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Top Team Hauling LLC

USDOT
3703749
MC
1648727
Based in
Melbourne, FL 32940 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (321) 872-7238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT
1912627
MC
694311
Based in
Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in Melbourne

Near Grand Junction (destination)

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Salt Lake LLC

USDOT
2251528
MC
770182
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Denver LLC

USDOT
2251521
MC
770150
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Boise LLC

USDOT
2251534
MC
770189
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Gj LLC

USDOT
2203660
MC
769032
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Bozeman LLC

USDOT
3280346
MC
1037031
Based in
Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Helena LLC

USDOT
3280355
MC
1037035
Based in
Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mesa Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mesa Moving And Storage Whitefish LLC

USDOT
3280340
MC
1037024
Based in
Grand Jct, CO 81505 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (970) 242-1565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Grand Junction LLC

USDOT
4281705
MC
1664544
Based in
Grand Junction, CO 81501 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (970) 361-3044 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 67 movers in Grand Junction

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Other origins to Grand Junction

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Melbourne to Grand Junction?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,850 to $4,240 for a studio, $4,270 to $6,360 for a one-bedroom, $7,120 to $10,600 for a two-bedroom, $11,400 to $16,960 for a three-bedroom and $15,670 to $23,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Grand Junction from Melbourne?

About 2,084 road miles (1,766 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 Florida 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 Melbourne to Grand Junction?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,890 to $4,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,880 to $4,240. 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 Melbourne–Grand Junction corridor.