Topeka, KS → Arvada, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Topeka to Arvada

About 599 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,650–$5,420, delivery in 2–5 days, 37 carriers on the Topeka side and 521 in Arvada.

599 miroad distance
11 h 2 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,650–$5,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Topeka, Kansas
To: Arvada, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 599 miles (507 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 2 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 37 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 521 (164 interstate)

Reverse: Arvada → Topeka

Moving from Topeka to Arvada is a long-distance move of roughly 599 road miles, heading west from Kansas to Colorado.

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 $3,650 to $5,420 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 11 h 2 min.

On the Topeka side there are 37 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 of them authorized for interstate work), and 521 around Arvada (164 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 Arvada.

Topeka has a population of about 125,795 and Arvada about 122,901. Arvada is the denser city (3,198 people per square mile versus 2,062 in Topeka), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Topeka to Arvada

Full-service estimate for 599 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,460	$1,780	$2,170
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,190	$2,670	$3,250
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,650	$4,450	$5,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,830	$7,110	$8,680
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,020	$9,780	$11,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$920–$1,290

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

Portable container

$1,550–$2,290

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

Full-service mover

$3,650–$5,420

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 Topeka (origin)

Savannah Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 684806
MC: 318425
Based in: Topeka, KS 66618 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (801) 563-0100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Storage & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Logistics Kansas LLC

USDOT: 2269408
MC: 774930
Based in: Topeka, KS 66608 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (785) 379-3719 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rojo INC

USDOT: 3286258
MC: 1425657
Based in: Topeka, KS 66609 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (913) 707-6589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tmw Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3635353
MC: 1247092
Based in: Topeka, KS 66612 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (913) 440-0135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jayhawker LLC

USDOT: 3563094
MC: 1197430
Based in: Topeka, KS 66618 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (785) 783-4207 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty Grist Demolition

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marty Grist

USDOT: 948131
MC: 406456
Based in: Topeka, KS 66609 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (785) 249-0407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Techno Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2478715
MC: 939555
Based in: Topeka, KS 66614 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (785) 806-0099 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbt Williams

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jbt Williams LLC

USDOT: 4521199
MC: 1791387
Based in: Topeka, KS 66604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 301-8172 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Topeka

Near Arvada (destination)

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

Cu

Interstate carrier

Legal name: University Of Colorado

USDOT: 364146
Based in: Boulder, CO 80303 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 161 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (303) 735-7152 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 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

Red'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1850527
MC: 670112
Based in: Denver, CO 80216 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (303) 733-7869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kardil Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2840706
MC: 951265
Based in: Denver, CO 80207 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (720) 452-7500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Tmaat Denver Metro LLC

USDOT: 2433161
Based in: Thornton, CO 80241 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (303) 344-9911 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 521 movers in Arvada

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Topeka to Arvada?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,460 to $2,170 for a studio, $2,190 to $3,250 for a one-bedroom, $3,650 to $5,420 for a two-bedroom, $5,830 to $8,680 for a three-bedroom and $8,020 to $11,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arvada from Topeka?

About 599 road miles (507 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Kansas 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Topeka to Arvada?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $920 to $1,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,550 to $2,290. 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 Topeka–Arvada corridor.