Westminster, CO → Detroit, MI · Long-distance move

Movers from Westminster to Detroit

About 1,360 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,650–$8,410, delivery in 3–7 days, 638 carriers on the Westminster side and 1,435 in Detroit.

1,360 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,650–$8,4102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Westminster, Colorado
To: Detroit, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 1,360 miles (1,152 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 638 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,435 (656 interstate)

Reverse: Detroit → Westminster

Detroit sits about 1,360 miles east of Westminster, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to Michigan that most movers classify as a 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 $5,650 to $8,410 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 24 hours (3 driving days).

On the Westminster side there are 638 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (215 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,435 around Detroit (656 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 Detroit.

Westminster has a population of about 116,182 and Detroit about 649,095. The two cities have comparable density (3,681 and 4,608 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Michigan than in Colorado, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Westminster to Detroit

Full-service estimate for 1,360 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,260	$2,760	$3,360
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,390	$4,140	$5,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,650	$6,890	$8,410
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,050	$11,030	$13,460
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,440	$15,170	$18,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,000–$2,820

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

Portable container

$2,230–$3,290

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

Full-service mover

$5,650–$8,410

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 Westminster (origin)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (5 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 (6 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 (12 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 (14 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 (5 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 (5 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 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 638 movers in Westminster

Near Detroit (destination)

Corrigan Moving Systems Premier Relocations

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Corrigan Moving & Storage Company

USDOT: 153343
MC: 41608
Based in: Dearborn, MI 48124 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 245 trucks, 215 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (313) 278-3064 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alden Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 888722
MC: 387036
Based in: Melvindale, MI 48122 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 193 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (313) 388-9700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lk Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lk Transport LLC

USDOT: 3349817
MC: 1070757
Based in: Garden City, MI 48135 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 131 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (313) 454-6063 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC

USDOT: 1162977
MC: 468507
Based in: Warren, MI 48089 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (800) 233-9445 Route Verify on FMCSA

Standard Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2512112
MC: 871317
Based in: Hamtramck, MI 48212 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (800) 982-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rzs Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3171509
MC: 118718
Based in: Warren, MI 48093 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (586) 343-8680 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & S Express Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2950753
MC: 999060
Based in: Melvindale, MI 48122 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 90 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (313) 406-5818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mm Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2455228
MC: 848013
Based in: Westland, MI 48186 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (734) 725-5196 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,435 movers in Detroit

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Detroit if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Westminster to Detroit?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,260 to $3,360 for a studio, $3,390 to $5,050 for a one-bedroom, $5,650 to $8,410 for a two-bedroom, $9,050 to $13,460 for a three-bedroom and $12,440 to $18,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Detroit from Westminster?

About 1,360 road miles (1,152 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 Michigan 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 Westminster to Detroit?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,000 to $2,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,230 to $3,290. 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 Westminster–Detroit corridor.