($866+) Denver, CO to Seattle, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Denver, CO to Seattle, WA

Hiring full-service movers from Denver, Colorado, to Seattle, Washington, costs between $2,346 and $9,184. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,317-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $420 - $2,800, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Denver and Seattle. For a rough baseline, movers based in Denver tend to start around $262 plus $115/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,346 - $5,538
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,887 - $6,967
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,133 - $9,184

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 Denver to Seattle.

Specialty moving services from Denver, CO to Seattle, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Denver movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Seattle, 92% of movers offer the same service.

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

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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 Denver, CO to Seattle, WA

Moving containers from Denver, Colorado, to Seattle, Washington, cost between $1,315 and $4,770. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Denver typically costs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,315 - $2,523
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,729 - $3,379
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,275 - $4,770

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Denver, CO and Seattle, WA. 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 $980 in Denver, CO, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $105 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $210 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 Denver to Seattle?

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 Denver, CO to Seattle, WA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,317 miles from Denver, Colorado, to Seattle, Washington, running $858 - $2,354. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $587 - $670
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Denver daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $858 - $1,688
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $881 - $1,853
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,166 - $2,354

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $210 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 Denver, Colorado, usually costs about $980 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,317-mile drive falls between $587 and $670, 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 $70 and $420 to your total.

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

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 Denver, CO to Seattle, WA

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 Denver, Colorado, to Seattle, Washington. 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 $1,383 and $2,872.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,255 - $2,362
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,383 - $2,872
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,934 - $3,816

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 $105 and $210.
• 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 Denver, Colorado, for roughly five hours typically average $980.

What are the best freight companies from Denver to Seattle?

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: Denver, CO vs Seattle, WA

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