Thornton, CO → Casper, WY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Thornton to Casper

About 253 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,570–$3,820, delivery in 1–3 days, 718 carriers on the Thornton side and 25 in Casper.

253 miroad distance
5 h 4 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,570–$3,8202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Thornton, Colorado
To: Casper, Wyoming
Road distance: ≈ 253 miles (214 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 4 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 718 (266 interstate)
Movers at destination: 25 (14 interstate)

Reverse: Casper → Thornton

The route from Thornton, CO to Casper, WY covers roughly 253 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,570 to $3,820 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 4 min.

On the Thornton side there are 718 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (266 of them authorized for interstate work), and 25 around Casper (14 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 Casper.

Thornton has a population of about 147,766 and Casper about 59,000. Thornton is considerably denser (3,952 people per square mile versus 2,207), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Wyoming than in Colorado, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Wyoming levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Thornton to Casper

Full-service estimate for 253 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,270	$1,550	$1,880
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,570	$3,130	$3,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,110	$5,010	$6,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,650	$6,880	$8,400

Rental truck (DIY)

$410–$580

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

Portable container

$1,250–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,570–$3,820

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 Thornton (origin)

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

Near Casper (destination)

Inno Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 899962
MC: 1469538
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 87 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (229) 358-8757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Night Owl Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3822280
MC: 1383532
Based in: Casper, WY 82602 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (213) 936-7225 Verify on FMCSA

Antwine Team Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3312326
MC: 1052392
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (307) 441-8999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steeline Hauling LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4552426
Based in: Casper, WY 82609 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (307) 251-2416 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thunderstruck Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: H D Grimes & J D Burnell

USDOT: 1304996
Based in: Mills, WY 82644 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 259-0637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan Washechek Breeze Transport

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dan Washechek

USDOT: 1309155
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (307) 265-5945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beagle Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Robert Lee Beagle

USDOT: 3078894
MC: 65524
Based in: Evansville, WY 82636 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 262-4506 Route Verify on FMCSA

McKendree Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Total Oilfield Rentals INC

USDOT: 314226
MC: 209563
Based in: Casper, WY 82604 (20 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (307) 237-9692 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 25 movers in Casper

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,880 for a studio, $1,540 to $2,290 for a one-bedroom, $2,570 to $3,820 for a two-bedroom, $4,110 to $6,110 for a three-bedroom and $5,650 to $8,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Casper from Thornton?

About 253 road miles (214 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 4 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Colorado into Wyoming 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 Thornton to Casper?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $410 to $580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,250 to $1,830. 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 Thornton–Casper corridor.