Orlando, FL → Arvada, CO · Cross-country move

Movers from Orlando to Arvada

About 1,854 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,740–$10,030, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,200 carriers on the Orlando side and 521 in Arvada.

1,854 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,740–$10,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Orlando, Florida
To: Arvada, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,854 miles (1,571 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,200 (385 interstate)
Movers at destination: 521 (164 interstate)

Reverse: Arvada → Orlando

Moving from Orlando to Arvada is a cross-country move of roughly 1,854 road miles, heading northwest from Florida 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 $6,740 to $10,030 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 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Orlando side there are 1,200 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (385 of them authorized for interstate work), and 521 around Arvada (164 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 Arvada.

Orlando has a population of about 333,888 and Arvada about 122,901. The two cities have comparable density (2,781 and 3,198 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 Orlando to Arvada

Full-service estimate for 1,854 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,700	$3,290	$4,010
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,050	$4,930	$6,020
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,740	$8,220	$10,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,790	$13,160	$16,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,830	$18,090	$22,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,650–$3,750

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

Portable container

$2,670–$3,930

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

Full-service mover

$6,740–$10,030

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Orlando (origin)

Client Choice LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4147606
MC: 1591558
Based in: Orlando, FL 32805 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (401) 865-9434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Royal Trucking Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2534394
MC: 712152
Based in: Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (407) 600-2339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colbert Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 6899824
MC: 51207034
Based in: Orlando, FL 32839 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (888) 800-0851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delco Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3124710
MC: 89944
Based in: Orlando, FL 32829 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (321) 400-5431 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gd Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2854652
MC: 955645
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (407) 258-3015 Route Verify on FMCSA

1st Class Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 123 Moving Solutions INC

USDOT: 2516919
MC: 873384
Based in: Orlando, FL 32809 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (407) 456-7668 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express Orlando LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4270194
MC: 1658272
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (407) 859-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Distributors Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 694372
MC: 321863
Based in: Orlando, FL 32824 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (407) 851-1615 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Arvada (destination)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 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 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1850527
MC: 670112
Based in: Denver, CO 80216 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (303) 733-7869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kardil Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840706
MC: 951265
Based in: Denver, CO 80207 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (720) 452-7500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmaat Denver Metro LLC

USDOT: 2433161
Based in: Thornton, CO 80241 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (303) 344-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 521 movers in Arvada

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Orlando to Arvada?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,700 to $4,010 for a studio, $4,050 to $6,020 for a one-bedroom, $6,740 to $10,030 for a two-bedroom, $10,790 to $16,050 for a three-bedroom and $14,830 to $22,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arvada from Orlando?

About 1,854 road miles (1,571 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 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 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 Orlando to Arvada?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,650 to $3,750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,670 to $3,930. 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 Orlando–Arvada corridor.