($756+) Seattle, WA to Fort Collins, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Seattle, WA to Fort Collins, CO

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,240-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Fort Collins, Colorado, with costs ranging from $2,284 - $9,424. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $424 - $2,824. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Seattle and Fort Collins. Local movers in Seattle typically start around $260 as a base rate plus $141/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,284 - $5,460
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,000 - $7,437
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,270 - $9,424

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 Seattle to Fort Collins.

Specialty moving services from Seattle, WA to Fort Collins, CO

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Seattle movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fort Collins, 57% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Seattle, WA to Fort Collins, CO

Moving containers from Seattle, Washington, to Fort Collins, Colorado, cost between $1,309 and $4,105. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Seattle typically runs around $120/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,309 - $2,269
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,653 - $3,129
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,284 - $4,105

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Seattle, WA and Fort Collins, 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 $988 in Seattle, WA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $106 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $212 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 Seattle 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 Seattle, WA to Fort Collins, CO

Renting a moving truck for the 1,240-mile move from Seattle, Washington, to Fort Collins, Colorado, costs between $756 and $2,221, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $557 - $637
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Seattle daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.19 - $1.39

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $756 - $1,473
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $834 - $1,682
• 4+ bedrooms: $987 - $2,221

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 $106 and $494.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $212.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $557 and $637 for the 1,240-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 $988 for 2 movers in Seattle, Washington, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Seattle 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 Seattle, WA to Fort Collins, CO

If you're moving a larger household from Seattle, Washington, 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 Fort Collins, Colorado.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,323 and $2,606.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,121 - $2,104
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,323 - $2,606
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,706 - $3,420

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 $106 and $212.
• 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 Seattle, Washington, for roughly five hours typically average $988.

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

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Seattle, WA 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 Seattle 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

The 1,240-mile move from Seattle, WA, to Fort Collins, CO, costs between $2,284 and $9,424 with full-service movers, $1,309 - $4,105 with a moving container, and $756 - $2,221 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,000 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Advanced Energy Industries and RIMROCK.