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Pueblo, CO → Thornton, CO · Short-haul move

Movers from Pueblo to Thornton

About 136 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,230–$3,320, delivery in 1–2 days, 44 carriers on the Pueblo side and 718 in Thornton.

  • 136 miroad distance
  • 3 h 3 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,230–$3,3202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 136 miles (115 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 3 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin
44 (20 interstate)
Movers at destination
718 (266 interstate)

Reverse: Thornton → Pueblo

Moving from Pueblo to Thornton is a short-haul move of roughly 136 road miles, heading north within Colorado.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 3 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,230 and $3,320, before packing or storage.

On the Pueblo side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (20 of them authorized for interstate work), and 718 around Thornton (266 interstate). For an in-state 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 Thornton.

Pueblo has a population of about 110,404 and Thornton about 147,766. Thornton is the denser city (3,952 people per square mile versus 2,019 in Pueblo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Pueblo to Thornton

Full-service estimate for 136 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,330 $1,620 $1,980
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,340 $1,640 $1,990
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,230 $2,730 $3,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,580 $4,360 $5,320
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,920 $6,000 $7,310

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,230–$3,320

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Pueblo, CO → Thornton, 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 Pueblo (origin)

Plh Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1828818
MC
663370
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (719) 209-7155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Port 2 Port

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3782812
MC
1354776
Based in
Pueblo West, CO 81007 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (720) 775-1823 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hodortransports

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4258714
MC
1651938
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (719) 671-1773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Faith Bros Connex LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4258773
MC
1651974
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (719) 924-0514 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clc Truckin

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Charlie L Cornett

USDOT
2099889
MC
732429
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (719) 543-6349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dams Truckingtransportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3967383
MC
1672464
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Route Verify on FMCSA

Brandon Elam Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brandon Elam Trucking LLC

USDOT
1734401
MC
635320
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81003 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (719) 980-0094 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lokono Industries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4133054
MC
1583051
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (719) 568-5095 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 44 movers in Pueblo

Near Thornton (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

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT
145556
MC
142969
Based in
Denver, CO 80229 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (303) 294-3135 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 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466144
MC
273706
Based in
Denver, CO 80239 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (303) 371-1500 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

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
Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
652182
MC
305711
Based in
Henderson, CO 80640 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
51 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (303) 288-2233 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 718 movers in Thornton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pueblo to Thornton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,340 to $1,990 for a one-bedroom, $2,230 to $3,320 for a two-bedroom, $3,580 to $5,320 for a three-bedroom and $4,920 to $7,310 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Thornton from Pueblo?

About 136 road miles (115 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Pueblo and Thornton are in Colorado, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Pueblo to Thornton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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 Pueblo–Thornton corridor.