Centennial, CO

Ontario, CA → Centennial, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Ontario to Centennial

About 946 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,230–$7,780, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,156 carriers on the Ontario side and 826 in Centennial.

  • 946 miroad distance
  • 17 h 1 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,230–$7,7802-bedroom estimate
Photo: Jeffrey Beall · CC BY 3.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 946 miles (801 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 1 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
1,156 (612 interstate)
Movers at destination
826 (318 interstate)

Reverse: Centennial → Ontario

Centennial sits about 946 miles northeast of Ontario, which makes this an interstate relocation from California 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 $5,230 to $7,780 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 17 h 1 min.

On the Ontario side there are 1,156 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (612 of them authorized for interstate work), and 826 around Centennial (318 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 Centennial.

Ontario has a population of about 187,013 and Centennial about 108,658. The two cities have comparable density (3,505 and 3,650 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Colorado than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Ontario to Centennial

Full-service estimate for 946 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,090 $2,550 $3,110
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,140 $3,830 $4,670
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,230 $6,380 $7,780
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,370 $10,200 $12,450
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,500 $14,030 $17,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,420–$2,010

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

Portable container

$1,860–$2,740

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

Full-service mover

$5,230–$7,780

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Ontario, CA → Centennial, 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 Ontario (origin)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1582586
MC
609813
Based in
Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Ttl

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2739945
MC
1129944
Based in
Corona, CA 92881 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2376402
MC
815769
Based in
Fontana, CA 92337 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3799553
MC
1379375
Based in
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1782985
MC
650038
Based in
Riverside, CA 92505 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3038921
MC
60287
Based in
Fontana, CA 92335 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3193098
MC
137968
Based in
Ontario, CA 91761 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 1,156 movers in Ontario

Near Centennial (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
137781
MC
1106522
Based in
Englewood, CO 80112 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
22520
MC
378084
Based in
Englewood, CO 80110 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pfc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4302538
MC
1675847
Based in
Denver, CO 80238 (13 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 (14 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 (13 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 (4 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 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1353870
MC
519829
Based in
Aurora, CO 80011 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

All 826 movers in Centennial

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ontario to Centennial?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,090 to $3,110 for a studio, $3,140 to $4,670 for a one-bedroom, $5,230 to $7,780 for a two-bedroom, $8,370 to $12,450 for a three-bedroom and $11,500 to $17,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Centennial from Ontario?

About 946 road miles (801 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 1 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from California 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 Ontario to Centennial?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,420 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,860 to $2,740. 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 Ontario–Centennial corridor.