Arvada, CO

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

Movers from Wichita to Arvada

About 526 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,460–$5,150, delivery in 2–5 days, 118 carriers on the Wichita side and 521 in Arvada.

  • 526 miroad distance
  • 9 h 46 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,460–$5,1502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 526 miles (446 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 46 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
118 (74 interstate)
Movers at destination
521 (164 interstate)

Reverse: Arvada → Wichita

Moving from Wichita to Arvada is a long-distance move of roughly 526 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 $3,460 to $5,150 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 9 h 46 min.

On the Wichita side there are 118 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (74 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.

Wichita has a population of about 400,987 and Arvada about 122,901. Arvada is the denser city (3,198 people per square mile versus 2,454 in Wichita), 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 Wichita to Arvada

Full-service estimate for 526 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,390 $1,690 $2,060
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,080 $2,530 $3,090
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,460 $4,220 $5,150
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,540 $6,760 $8,250
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,620 $9,290 $11,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$840–$1,190

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

Portable container

$1,490–$2,190

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

Full-service mover

$3,460–$5,150

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

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Wichita (origin)

Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4294755
MC
1671693
Based in
Wichita, KS 67205 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8,290 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Air Capitol Delivery & Whse

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
896370
MC
389874
Based in
Park City, KS 67204 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
82 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Hamilton Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
472800
MC
250889
Based in
Valley Center, KS 67147 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2277955
MC
796879
Based in
Wichita, KS 67212 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Garcia Trucken LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1741702
MC
820041
Based in
Haysville, KS 67060 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

King'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
957078
MC
496214
Based in
Wichita, KS 67216 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

American Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1698749
MC
946526
Based in
Wichita, KS 67213 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Morris Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2067901
MC
731338
Based in
Goddard, KS 67052 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 118 movers in Wichita

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

Cu

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

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
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

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

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

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

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

Two Men And A Truck

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

All 521 movers in Arvada

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,390 to $2,060 for a studio, $2,080 to $3,090 for a one-bedroom, $3,460 to $5,150 for a two-bedroom, $5,540 to $8,250 for a three-bedroom and $7,620 to $11,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Arvada from Wichita?

About 526 road miles (446 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 46 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 Wichita to Arvada?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $840 to $1,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,490 to $2,190. 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 Wichita–Arvada corridor.