Thornton, CO → Cheyenne, WY · Short-haul move

Movers from Thornton to Cheyenne

About 99 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,530–$2,270, delivery in 1–2 days, 718 carriers on the Thornton side and 31 in Cheyenne.

99 miroad distance
2 h 24 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,530–$2,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Thornton, Colorado
To: Cheyenne, Wyoming
Road distance: ≈ 99 miles (84 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 24 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 718 (266 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Cheyenne → Thornton

Cheyenne sits about 99 miles north of Thornton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to Wyoming that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 2 h 24 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,530 and $2,270, before packing or storage.

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 31 around Cheyenne (23 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 Cheyenne.

Thornton has a population of about 147,766 and Cheyenne about 66,000. Thornton is considerably denser (3,952 people per square mile versus 1,792), 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 Cheyenne

Full-service estimate for 99 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$880	$1,080	$1,310
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$990	$1,210	$1,480
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,530	$1,860	$2,270
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,270	$2,770	$3,380
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,280	$4,000	$4,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$350

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

Portable container

$1,110–$1,630

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

Full-service mover

$1,530–$2,270

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 Cheyenne (destination)

Johnson Storage&moving INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Storage & Moving Company

USDOT: 286130
MC: 231175
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (303) 785-4349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22889
MC: 96339
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (307) 632-9226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miles And Son Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: M & S Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2854931
MC: 955751
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (970) 556-9366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Cheyenne

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Jr Moves LLC

USDOT: 3056856
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 757-3642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aavon Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 100277
MC: 126846
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (307) 634-4439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle S Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996396
MC: 764024
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (307) 631-2771 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cast Cares Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2999211
MC: 1653870
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (970) 580-7868 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eye See You Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3619333
MC: 1235701
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (808) 649-8526 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Cheyenne

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Thornton and Cheyenne is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Cheyenne with daylight to spare.
Check Colorado intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $880 to $1,310 for a studio, $990 to $1,480 for a one-bedroom, $1,530 to $2,270 for a two-bedroom, $2,270 to $3,380 for a three-bedroom and $3,280 to $4,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cheyenne from Thornton?

About 99 road miles (84 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 24 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

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 Cheyenne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,630. 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–Cheyenne corridor.