($539+) Plano, TX to Denver, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Plano, TX to Denver, CO

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 790-mile move from Plano, Texas, to Denver, Colorado, with prices running from $1,621 - $7,912. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $355 - $2,368 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Plano and Denver are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Plano movers tend to run around $181 as a base rate plus $92/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,621 - $4,552
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,425 - $5,936
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,029 - $7,912

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 Plano to Denver.

Specialty moving services from Plano, TX to Denver, CO

Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Plano movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Denver, 48% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Plano to Denver?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Plano, TX to Denver, CO

Moving containers from Plano, Texas, to Denver, Colorado, cost between $1,077 and $3,585. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Plano costs roughly $80/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Plano to Denver:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,077 - $1,847
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,343 - $2,588
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,784 - $3,585

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 Plano, TX, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $829, 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 $89 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $178 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Plano, TX, and Denver, 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.

What are the best moving containers Plano to Denver?

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 Plano, TX to Denver, CO

A rental truck for this 790-mile move from Plano, Texas, to Denver, Colorado, costs between $539 and $1,478. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $298 - $340
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Plano daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Plano to Denver based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $539 - $1,088
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $595 - $1,255
• 4+ bedrooms: $714 - $1,478

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $178 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $77 and $385 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $298 - $340 in fuel for the 790-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $829 in Plano, Texas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Plano to Denver?

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 Plano, TX to Denver, CO

For larger DIY moves from Plano, Texas, 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 Denver, 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 a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,152 and $2,156.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $941 - $1,820
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,152 - $2,156
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,397 - $2,896

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 $89 - $178 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 Plano, Texas, typically costs $829.

What are the best freight companies from Plano to Denver?

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.

Cost of living: Plano, TX vs Denver, CO

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

Our take

For a move from Plano, TX, to Denver, CO, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,621 for a studio to $7,912 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 790-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,077 - $3,585. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $539 - $1,478, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,425 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Re/max and DaVita.