($648+) Tucson, AZ to Fort Collins, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tucson, AZ to Fort Collins, CO

Full-service movers for the 962-mile relocation from Tucson, Arizona, to Fort Collins, Colorado, cost between $2,222 and $8,558. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $314 - $2,092, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Tucson typically charge a base rate around $160 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Tucson to Fort Collins:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,222 - $4,918
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,619 - $6,577
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,074 - $8,558

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 Tucson to Fort Collins.

Specialty moving services from Tucson, AZ to Fort Collins, CO

Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Tucson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Fort Collins, 89% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tucson to Fort Collins?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Tucson, AZ to Fort Collins, CO

Moving containers from Tucson, Arizona, to Fort Collins, Colorado, cost between $1,149 and $3,933. 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 Fort Collins. If you go over that window, storage in Tucson adds around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tucson to Fort Collins:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,149 - $2,199
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,462 - $3,026
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,074 - $3,933

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $78 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $157 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Fort Collins, CO, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $732 in Tucson, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Tucson to Fort Collins?

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 Tucson, AZ to Fort Collins, CO

A rental truck for this 962-mile move from Tucson, Arizona, to Fort Collins, Colorado, costs between $635 and $1,791. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $320 - $366
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Tucson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tucson to Fort Collins based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $635 - $1,315
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $743 - $1,428
• 4+ bedrooms: $914 - $1,791

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $320 - $366 for the 962-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 Tucson, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $732.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 962-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $157 per night, adding $314 - $471 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $52 and $314.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tucson to Fort Collins?

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 Tucson, AZ to Fort Collins, CO

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Tucson, Arizona, to Fort Collins, Colorado. 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 $941 and $2,469.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Tucson to Fort Collins:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,045 - $1,899
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,194 - $2,469
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,577 - $3,274

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $78 - $157 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Tucson, Arizona, typically costs $732.

What are the best freight companies from Tucson to Fort Collins?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Cti, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Cti, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Tucson, AZ vs Fort Collins, CO

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