Richardson, TX → Thornton, CO · Long-distance move
About 782 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,200–$6,260, delivery in 2–5 days, 1,078 carriers on the Richardson side and 718 in Thornton.
The route from Richardson, TX to Thornton, CO covers roughly 782 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,200 to $6,260 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 14 h 11 min.
On the Richardson side there are 1,078 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (453 of them authorized for interstate work), and 718 around Thornton (266 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 Thornton.
Richardson has a population of about 118,542 and Thornton about 147,766. The two cities have comparable density (4,177 and 3,952 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Colorado does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,680 | $2,050 | $2,500 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,520 | $3,080 | $3,750 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,200 | $5,130 | $6,260 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $6,730 | $8,200 | $10,010 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $9,250 | $11,280 | $13,760 |
$1,100–$1,560
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,720–$2,530
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,200–$6,260
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Richardson, TX → Thornton, CO. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,680 to $2,500 for a studio, $2,520 to $3,750 for a one-bedroom, $4,200 to $6,260 for a two-bedroom, $6,730 to $10,010 for a three-bedroom and $9,250 to $13,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 782 road miles (663 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 11 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,100 to $1,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,720 to $2,530. 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.
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 Richardson–Thornton corridor.