($1,139+) New York City, NY to Aurora, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from NYC to Aurora, CO

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,783-mile move from NYC, New York, to Aurora, Colorado, with costs ranging from $2,042 - $9,360. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $458 - $3,056. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between NYC and Aurora. Local movers in NYC typically start around $239 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from NYC to Aurora:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,042 - $4,764
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,931 - $6,687
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,206 - $9,360

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 NYC to Aurora.

Specialty moving services from NYC to Aurora, CO

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of New York City movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Aurora, 87% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from NYC to Aurora?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from NYC to Aurora, CO

Moving containers from NYC, New York, to Aurora, Colorado, cost between $1,553 and $5,353. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in NYC typically runs around $190/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from NYC to Aurora:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,553 - $3,083
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,049 - $4,066
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,799 - $5,353

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both NYC and Aurora, CO. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $1,070 in NYC, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $115 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $229 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers NYC to Aurora?

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 NYC to Aurora, CO

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,783 miles from NYC, New York, to Aurora, Colorado, running $1,118 - $2,978. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $867 - $991
• Daily insurance: $46/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $31
• NYC daily rental rate: $19 - $50
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.99 - $2.29

These are typical moving truck rental costs from NYC to Aurora based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,118 - $2,151
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,174 - $2,534
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,554 - $2,978

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $115 and $535.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $229.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $867 and $991 for the 1,783-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $1,070 for 2 movers in NYC, New York, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from NYC to Aurora?

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 NYC to Aurora, CO

For larger DIY moves from NYC, New York, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Aurora, Colorado.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,671 and $3,485.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from NYC to Aurora:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,455 - $2,722
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,671 - $3,485
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,261 - $4,237

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 $115 and $229.
• 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 NYC, New York, for roughly five hours typically average $1,070.

What are the best freight companies from NYC to Aurora?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: NYC vs Aurora, CO

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Aurora, side by side with NYC 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.