($1,166+) Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO Movers
Moving from Tampa, FL, to Colorado Springs, CO, runs anywhere from $1,155 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,984 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,841 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 5 to 16 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,255, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $9,984 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,624 - $5,840, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,155 - $2,987.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Tampa, FL, to Colorado Springs, CO. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,151 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO
Moving options from Tampa to Colorado Springs fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. The most hands-off option, full-service, runs $3,151 - $6,883 for a 2-3 bedroom home and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers cost about 30% less than full-service for the same size, and rental trucks land around 60% less, with both DIY options requiring you to load yourself. Covering 1,841 miles, this route usually takes 5 to 16 days from pickup to delivery.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,841-mile route from Tampa to Colorado Springs, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $2,255 for a studio up to $9,984 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $1,624 - $5,840 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $1,155 - $2,987, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $1,504 - $4,490, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO
Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,841-mile move from Tampa, Florida, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, with costs ranging from $2,255 - $9,984. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $319 - $2,128. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tampa and Colorado Springs. Local movers in Tampa typically start around $266 as a base rate plus $84/hour per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Tampa to Colorado Springs:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,255 - $4,931
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,151 - $6,883
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,692 - $9,984
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 Tampa to Colorado Springs.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Florida to Colorado. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO
Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Tampa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Colorado Springs, 75% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing98% of local movers | $532 - $5,320 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready93% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Big Man's Moving Company, LLC | $213 - $1,277/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $319 - $2,554 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage27% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs58% of local movers | $1,064 - $3,192 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,660 - $10,640 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $797 - $1,514 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items44% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Big Man's Moving Company, LLC | $1,064 - $2,660 |
| Piano | Any piano type71% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Big Man's Moving Company, LLC | $851 - $3,724 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling36% of local movers | $319 - $1,596 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect29% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Big Man's Moving Company, LLC | $692 - $2,128 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $319 - $15,960+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $319 - $3,724+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Tampa to Colorado Springs?
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are the more cost-efficient choice. Local movers in Tampa, FL, often charge 30% - 40% more at that distance because their operations aren't built for long-haul logistics. The exception is if you want a dedicated point-to-point truck with an average 2-day delivery, though that level of service generally increases your total cost.
Moving container costs from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO
Moving containers from Tampa, Florida, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, cost between $1,624 and $5,840. 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 Tampa runs about $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tampa to Colorado Springs:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,624 - $2,980
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,997 - $4,258
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,870 - $5,840
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 Tampa, FL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $745, 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 $80 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $160 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Tampa, FL, 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Florida to Colorado move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,624. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,997 - $4,258, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Tampa to Colorado Springs?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Tampa to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Tampa:
- Big Man's Moving Company, LLC (4.7/5), 9 years in business
- Einstein Moving Company (5.0/5), 11 years in business
- Brothers EZ Moving (4.7/5), 16 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO
A rental truck for this 1,841-mile move from Tampa, Florida, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, costs between $1,155 and $2,987. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $623 - $712
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- Tampa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.60 - $0.99
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tampa to Colorado Springs based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,155 - $2,116
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,214 - $2,621
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,530 - $2,987
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $1,155 - $2,987 when pricing out a rental truck from Tampa to Colorado Springs. Fuel alone runs ($623 - $712) , and overnight lodging ($160/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend an additional $600 - $1,200 beyond the base rate by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Gas: Fuel adds $623 - $712 for the 1,841-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Tampa, Florida, for about 5 hours typically costs around $745.
- Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
- Lodging: The 1,841-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $160 per night, adding $319 - $479 in hotel costs total.
- Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $53 and $319.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Tampa to Colorado Springs?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Tampa, Florida, to Colorado Springs, Colorado. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,614 and $3,373.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Tampa to Colorado Springs:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,504 - $2,791
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,614 - $3,373
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,273 - $4,490
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $80 and $160.
- 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 Tampa, Florida, for roughly five hours typically average $745.
What are the best freight companies from Tampa to Colorado Springs?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
- Quality Carriers (4.42/5 stars): Quality Carriers is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Colorado Springs quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Tampa, FL vs Colorado Springs, CO
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Tampa and Colorado Springs to plan around. Cost of living index: 104 vs. 110. Average rent: $1,930/mo vs. $1,799/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 51 vs. 36. Safety index: 53.85 vs. 58.06.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Colorado Springs, CO to Tampa, FL guide.
Why you should use moveBuddha to find a mover:
In the past 3 months, we've processed 10 real quotes from Florida to Colorado, so our pricing data stays current. Use our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and spot bad actors early. We track 229 movers licensed in Florida, useful context for sizing up this 1,841-mile move.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 1,841-mile route from Tampa, FL, to Colorado Springs, CO, run $2,255 - $9,984 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,624 - $5,840, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,155 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,151, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include XAware and Vectrus.
FAQs: Moving from Tampa, FL, to Colorado Springs, CO
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
How much does it cost to move from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO?
Costs on this route range from around $2,255 to $9,984, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,255 and $9,984, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What is the cheapest way to move from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,214 - $2,621. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($623 - $712), daily insurance ($32/day), and equipment rentals ($7 - $21) on top. Overnight stops can add another $160/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How long does a move from Tampa, FL to Colorado Springs, CO take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What percentage of Tampa movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 71% of movers in Tampa handle piano moves, and 44% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
