($754+) Huntsville, AL to Aurora, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Huntsville, AL to Aurora, CO

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,258-mile move from Huntsville, Alabama, to Aurora, Colorado, with prices running from $2,133 - $8,674. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $318 - $2,120 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Huntsville and Aurora are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Huntsville movers tend to run around $280 as a base rate plus $65/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,133 - $5,351
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,704 - $6,891
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,869 - $8,674

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 Huntsville to Aurora.

Specialty moving services from Huntsville, AL to Aurora, CO

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Huntsville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Aurora, 49% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Huntsville, AL to Aurora, CO

Moving containers from Huntsville, Alabama, to Aurora, Colorado, cost between $1,194 and $4,321. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Huntsville runs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,194 - $2,453
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,653 - $3,127
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,108 - $4,321

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Huntsville, AL and Aurora, 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 $742 in Huntsville, AL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $80 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $159 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 Huntsville to Aurora?

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 Huntsville, AL to Aurora, CO

A rental truck for this 1,258-mile move from Huntsville, Alabama, to Aurora, Colorado, costs between $754 and $2,237. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $424 - $485
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Huntsville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $754 - $1,482
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $806 - $1,692
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,003 - $2,237

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 $80 and $371.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $159.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $424 and $485 for the 1,258-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 $742 for 2 movers in Huntsville, Alabama, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Huntsville to Aurora?

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 Huntsville, AL to Aurora, CO

For larger DIY moves from Huntsville, Alabama, 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 Aurora, 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 $1,347 and $2,580.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,154 - $2,165
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,347 - $2,580
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,704 - $3,422

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 Huntsville, Alabama, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $742.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $80 and $159 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Huntsville to Aurora?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Huntsville, AL vs Aurora, CO

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Aurora, side by side with Huntsville 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 Huntsville, AL, to Aurora, CO, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,133 for a studio to $8,674 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,258-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,194 - $4,321. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $754 - $2,237, 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 $2,704 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 Children's Hospital Colorado and Cherry Creek School District.