($818+) Aurora, CO to Ann Arbor, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Aurora, CO to Ann Arbor, MI

For the 1,227-mile move from Aurora, Colorado, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, full-service movers cost between $2,398 and $9,497. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $350 - $2,336 (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 Aurora generally start around $240 plus $120 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,398 - $5,235
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,022 - $6,859
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,855 - $9,497

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 Aurora to Ann Arbor.

Specialty moving services from Aurora, CO to Ann Arbor, MI

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Aurora movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Ann Arbor, 88% of movers offer the same service.

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

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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 Aurora, CO to Ann Arbor, MI

Moving containers from Aurora, Colorado, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, cost between $1,388 and $4,534. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Ann Arbor. If you go over that window, storage in Aurora adds around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,388 - $2,356
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,617 - $3,352
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,422 - $4,534

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 Aurora, CO, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $818, 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 $88 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $175 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Aurora, CO, and Ann Arbor, MI, 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 Aurora to Ann Arbor?

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 Aurora, CO to Ann Arbor, MI

A rental truck for this 1,227-mile move from Aurora, Colorado, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, costs between $826 and $2,220. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $456 - $521
• Daily insurance: $35/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Aurora daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $826 - $1,608
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $919 - $1,857
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,146 - $2,220

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 $88 and $409.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $175.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $456 and $521 for the 1,227-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 $818 for 2 movers in Aurora, Colorado, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Aurora to Ann Arbor?

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 Aurora, CO to Ann Arbor, MI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Aurora, Colorado, to Ann Arbor, Michigan. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,051 and $2,763.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,248 - $2,120
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,307 - $2,763
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,919 - $3,445

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 Aurora, Colorado, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $818.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $88 and $175 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Aurora to Ann Arbor?

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.
3. Apex Transportation, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): Apex Transportation, Inc. is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Aurora, CO vs Ann Arbor, MI

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