($341+) Albuquerque, NM to Colorado Springs, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Albuquerque, NM to Colorado Springs, CO

For the 378-mile move from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, full-service movers cost between $1,134 and $7,672. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $298 - $1,984 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Albuquerque generally start around $185 plus $80 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,134 - $4,071
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,944 - $5,019
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,237 - $7,672

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs.

Specialty moving services from Albuquerque, NM to Colorado Springs, CO

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Albuquerque movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Colorado Springs, 64% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

How much do local movers cost in Albuquerque, NM?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs with a local mover averages $1,867 - $4,819. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Albuquerque, NM can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Albuquerque, NM to Colorado Springs, CO

Moving containers from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, cost between $857 and $2,787. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Albuquerque runs about $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $857 - $1,555
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,153 - $2,249
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,573 - $2,787

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Albuquerque, NM, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $694, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $74 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $149 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Albuquerque, NM, and Colorado Springs, CO, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Albuquerque to Colorado Springs?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Albuquerque, NM to Colorado Springs, CO

Plan on $341 - $934 for a rental moving truck on the 378-mile route from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Colorado Springs, Colorado. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $119 - $136
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Albuquerque daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $341 - $651
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $374 - $757
• 4+ bedrooms: $466 - $934

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $694.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $119 - $136 for the 378-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $60 and $322, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $149 per night for hotel stops on the 378-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $298 - $446.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Albuquerque, NM to Colorado Springs, CO

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $941 and $1,731.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $819 - $1,343
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $941 - $1,731
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,163 - $2,251

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $74 and $149.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for roughly five hours typically average $694.

What are the best freight companies from Albuquerque to Colorado Springs?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Albuquerque, NM vs Colorado Springs, CO

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Colorado Springs, side by side with Albuquerque on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

For a move from Albuquerque, NM, to Colorado Springs, CO, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,134 for a studio to $7,672 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 378-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $857 - $2,787. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $341 - $934, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $1,944 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include XAware and Vectrus.