Thornton, CO → Kent, WA · Long-distance move

Movers from Thornton to Kent

About 1,183 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,660–$8,420, delivery in 3–7 days, 718 carriers on the Thornton side and 646 in Kent.

1,183 miroad distance
21 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,660–$8,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Thornton, Colorado
To: Kent, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 1,183 miles (1,003 straight-line)
Drive time: 21 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 718 (266 interstate)
Movers at destination: 646 (317 interstate)

Reverse: Kent → Thornton

The route from Thornton, CO to Kent, WA covers roughly 1,183 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 $5,660 to $8,420 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 21 h 6 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 646 around Kent (317 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 Kent.

Thornton has a population of about 147,766 and Kent about 134,871. The two cities have comparable density (3,952 and 4,041 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Thornton to Kent

Full-service estimate for 1,183 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,260	$2,760	$3,370
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,400	$4,140	$5,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,660	$6,900	$8,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,060	$11,040	$13,470
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,450	$15,190	$18,530

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,670–$2,350

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

Portable container

$2,080–$3,050

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

Full-service mover

$5,660–$8,420

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 Kent (destination)

Cheema Freightlines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1486505
MC: 559877
Based in: Pacific, WA 98047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 458 trucks, 450 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (253) 733-5718 Route Verify on FMCSA

Costco Wholesale

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Costco Wholesale Corporation

USDOT: 589006
MC: 1778380
Based in: Issaquah, WA 98027 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,436 trucks, 2,612 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (425) 313-6275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stryder Motorfreight USA INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2044027
MC: 716626
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 97 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 518-8940 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Seattle INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 340091
MC: 1099756
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 134 trucks, 122 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (206) 721-5796 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allstate Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Seattle Port Consolidators INC

USDOT: 193828
MC: 148396
Based in: Tacoma, WA 98421 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 111 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (206) 682-8946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blt Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Blt Transport INC

USDOT: 2034807
MC: 714315
Based in: Kent, WA 98032 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (253) 236-4667 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: American Fast Freight INC

USDOT: 340754
MC: 207555
Based in: Fife, WA 98424 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 69 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (253) 888-6392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Acme Transport USA LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3664442
MC: 75702336
Based in: Bellevue, WA 98006 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (253) 642-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 646 movers in Kent

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,260 to $3,370 for a studio, $3,400 to $5,050 for a one-bedroom, $5,660 to $8,420 for a two-bedroom, $9,060 to $13,470 for a three-bedroom and $12,450 to $18,530 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kent from Thornton?

About 1,183 road miles (1,003 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 21 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Washington 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 Kent?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,670 to $2,350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,080 to $3,050. 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–Kent corridor.