($407+) Albuquerque, NM to Aurora, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Albuquerque, NM to Aurora, CO

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 447-mile move from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Aurora, Colorado, with costs ranging from $1,284 - $8,293. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $314 - $2,096. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Albuquerque and Aurora. Local movers in Albuquerque typically start around $185 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,284 - $4,234
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,136 - $5,905
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,571 - $8,293

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 Aurora.

Specialty moving services from Albuquerque, NM to Aurora, CO

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Aurora?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

How much do local movers cost in Albuquerque, NM?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Albuquerque to Aurora with a local mover averages $2,221 - $6,141. A local mover in Albuquerque, NM is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Albuquerque, NM to Aurora, CO

Moving containers from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Aurora, Colorado, cost between $931 and $3,140. 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 Aurora:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $931 - $1,712
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,241 - $2,407
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,680 - $3,140

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Albuquerque, NM 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 $734 in Albuquerque, NM, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $79 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $157 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM to Aurora, CO

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 447 miles from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Aurora, Colorado, running $395 - $1,027. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $149 - $170
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• 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 Aurora based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $395 - $735
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $443 - $863
• 4+ bedrooms: $509 - $1,027

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $157 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Albuquerque, New Mexico, usually costs about $734 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 447-mile drive falls between $149 and $170, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $52 and $314 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM to Aurora, CO

If you're moving a larger household from Albuquerque, New Mexico, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Aurora, Colorado.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,031 and $1,832.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $856 - $1,586
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,031 - $1,832
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,278 - $2,416

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $734.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $79 and $157 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Albuquerque to Aurora?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. THE Tire Welder, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): THE Tire Welder, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Albuquerque, NM 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 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.