Ocean City, MD → Lakewood, CO · Cross-country move

Movers from Ocean City to Lakewood

About 1,897 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,070–$10,520, delivery in 5–10 days, 103 carriers on the Ocean City side and 1,122 in Lakewood.

1,897 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,070–$10,5202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ocean City, Maryland
To: Lakewood, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,897 miles (1,607 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 103 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,122 (405 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Ocean City

The route from Ocean City, MD to Lakewood, CO covers roughly 1,897 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $7,070 to $10,520 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 33 hours (4 driving days).

On the Ocean City side there are 103 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,122 around Lakewood (405 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 Lakewood.

Ocean City has a population of about 7,000 and Lakewood about 156,927. Lakewood is the denser city (3,586 people per square mile versus 1,510 in Ocean City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Ocean City to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 1,897 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,830	$3,450	$4,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,240	$5,180	$6,310
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,070	$8,630	$10,520
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,320	$13,800	$16,840
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,560	$18,980	$23,150

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,700–$3,810

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

Portable container

$2,710–$3,990

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

Full-service mover

$7,070–$10,520

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 Ocean City (origin)

Old Salt

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Karikov LLC

USDOT: 3003405
MC: 25280
Based in: Berlin, MD 21811 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (973) 876-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Met Dynamics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3804786
MC: 1370809
Based in: Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (470) 753-7294 Route Verify on FMCSA

Casual Designs Furniture

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4468017
MC: 1763037
Based in: Selbyville, DE 19975 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (410) 629-1717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gazelle Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4212706
MC: 1646659
Based in: Frankford, DE 19945 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (703) 623-5572 Route Verify on FMCSA

City Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cycle City INC

USDOT: 3377222
MC: 1199672
Based in: Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (410) 524-2453 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atlantic Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 543911
MC: 282332
Based in: Bishopville, MD 21813 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (410) 352-9856 Route Verify on FMCSA

Purnell Moving And Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gabriel L Purnell

USDOT: 861738
MC: 670940
Based in: Berlin, MD 21811 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (410) 641-1988 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fang Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3850817
MC: 1403576
Based in: Ocean City, MD 21842 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (301) 717-2024 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 103 movers in Ocean City

Near Lakewood (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Lakewood accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ocean City to Lakewood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,830 to $4,210 for a studio, $4,240 to $6,310 for a one-bedroom, $7,070 to $10,520 for a two-bedroom, $11,320 to $16,840 for a three-bedroom and $15,560 to $23,150 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Ocean City?

About 1,897 road miles (1,607 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 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 Maryland 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 Ocean City to Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,700 to $3,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,710 to $3,990. 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 Ocean City–Lakewood corridor.