Thornton, CO → Deltona, FL · Cross-country move

Movers from Thornton to Deltona

About 1,823 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,690–$9,960, delivery in 5–10 days, 718 carriers on the Thornton side and 252 in Deltona.

1,823 miroad distance
32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,690–$9,9602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Thornton, Colorado
To: Deltona, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,823 miles (1,545 straight-line)
Drive time: 32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 718 (266 interstate)
Movers at destination: 252 (84 interstate)

Reverse: Deltona → Thornton

The route from Thornton, CO to Deltona, FL covers roughly 1,823 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,690 to $9,960 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 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 252 around Deltona (84 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 Deltona.

Thornton has a population of about 147,766 and Deltona about 100,267. Thornton is considerably denser (3,952 people per square mile versus 2,512), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Thornton to Deltona

Full-service estimate for 1,823 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,680	$3,260	$3,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,010	$4,900	$5,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,690	$8,160	$9,960
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,710	$13,060	$15,930
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,720	$17,950	$21,900

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,620–$3,700

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

Portable container

$2,650–$3,890

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

Full-service mover

$6,690–$9,960

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

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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 Deltona (destination)

Velez Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3895478
MC: 1433482
Based in: Lake Mary, FL 32746 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (407) 720-7957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Project Management & Installation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2960015
MC: 1728284
Based in: Sanford, FL 32771 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (407) 732-4669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mrm Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2462368
MC: 850881
Based in: Lake Mary, FL 32746 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (302) 465-2167 Route Verify on FMCSA

Exclusive Courier Service

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3946807
MC: 1467532
Based in: Sanford, FL 32771 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (415) 250-4015 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adkins Specialized Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3476972
MC: 1139873
Based in: Lake Helen, FL 32744 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (407) 562-7409 Route Verify on FMCSA

Russell Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1620017
MC: 598451
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (407) 388-4601 Route Verify on FMCSA

Navado'S Sun Valley

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Navado'S Sun Valley LLC

USDOT: 1854262
MC: 860056
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (321) 746-4666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roseway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3506179
MC: 1159002
Based in: Deltona, FL 32738 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (239) 595-2040 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 252 movers in Deltona

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,680 to $3,980 for a studio, $4,010 to $5,970 for a one-bedroom, $6,690 to $9,960 for a two-bedroom, $10,710 to $15,930 for a three-bedroom and $14,720 to $21,900 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Deltona from Thornton?

About 1,823 road miles (1,545 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 Colorado into Florida 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 Deltona?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,620 to $3,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,650 to $3,890. 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–Deltona corridor.