Vail, CO → Pueblo, CO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Vail to Pueblo

About 157 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,320–$3,450, delivery in 1–2 days, 31 carriers on the Vail side and 44 in Pueblo.

157 miroad distance
3 h 24 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,320–$3,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Vail, Colorado
To: Pueblo, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 157 miles (133 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 24 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Colorado)
Movers at origin: 31 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination: 44 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Pueblo → Vail

Pueblo sits about 157 miles southeast of Vail, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,320 to $3,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 24 min.

On the Vail side there are 31 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 44 around Pueblo (20 interstate). For an in-state 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 Pueblo.

Vail has a population of about 5,000 and Pueblo about 110,404. Pueblo is the denser city (2,019 people per square mile versus 1,028 in Vail), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Vail to Pueblo

Full-service estimate for 157 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,330	$1,620	$1,980
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,390	$1,700	$2,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,710	$4,520	$5,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,100	$6,220	$7,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,710

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

Full-service mover

$2,320–$3,450

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Vail (origin)

Prepared 2 Well LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4367759
MC: 1710219
Based in: Vail, CO 81657 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (918) 441-7325 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kd Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2346165
MC: 1354707
Based in: Avon, CO 81620 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (508) 685-4861 Route Verify on FMCSA

Majestic Mountain Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 35d Majestic Movers LLC

USDOT: 2921650
MC: 985393
Based in: Silverthorne, CO 80498 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (970) 468-8815 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peak To Peak Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Sumco Ventures INC

USDOT: 2977647
MC: 1724355
Based in: Silverthorne, CO 80498 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (970) 485-0912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peak To Peak Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Kaska Companies INC

USDOT: 3776726
Based in: Silverthorne, CO 80498 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (651) 248-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

On-Call Mountain Movers

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3513671
Based in: Minturn, CO 81645 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (970) 393-0475 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vantia Hardwoods INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3842371
Based in: Frisco, CO 80443 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (970) 468-2684 Route Verify on FMCSA

J And G Builders LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3680558
MC: 1279959
Based in: Silverthorne, CO 80498 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (970) 409-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Vail

Near Pueblo (destination)

Plh Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1828818
MC: 663370
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (719) 209-7155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Port 2 Port

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782812
MC: 1354776
Based in: Pueblo West, CO 81007 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (720) 775-1823 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hodortransports

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4258714
MC: 1651938
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (719) 671-1773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Faith Bros Connex LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4258773
MC: 1651974
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (719) 924-0514 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clc Truckin

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Charlie L Cornett

USDOT: 2099889
MC: 732429
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (719) 543-6349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dams Truckingtransportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3967383
MC: 1672464
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Route Verify on FMCSA

Brandon Elam Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brandon Elam Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1734401
MC: 635320
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81003 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (719) 980-0094 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lokono Industries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4133054
MC: 1583051
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (719) 568-5095 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 44 movers in Pueblo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Vail to Pueblo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,070 for a one-bedroom, $2,320 to $3,450 for a two-bedroom, $3,710 to $5,510 for a three-bedroom and $5,100 to $7,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pueblo from Vail?

About 157 road miles (133 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 24 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Vail and Pueblo are in Colorado, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Vail to Pueblo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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 Vail–Pueblo corridor.