($628+) Irvine, CA to Denver, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Denver, CO

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,013-mile move from Irvine, California, to Denver, Colorado, with costs ranging from $1,235 - $8,234. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $451 - $3,004. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Irvine and Denver. Local movers in Irvine typically start around $197 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,235 - $4,692
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,618 - $5,805
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,127 - $8,234

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 Irvine to Denver.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Denver, CO

Specialty needs vary by market: 56% of Irvine 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 Irvine to Denver?

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 Irvine, CA to Denver, CO

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Denver, Colorado, cost between $1,161 and $3,991. 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 Irvine costs roughly $110/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,161 - $2,224
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,554 - $2,827
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,096 - $3,991

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,051 in Irvine, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $113 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $225 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Denver, CO, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Irvine 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 Irvine, CA to Denver, CO

A rental truck for this 1,013-mile move from Irvine, California, to Denver, Colorado, costs between $654 and $1,885. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $484 - $553
• Daily insurance: $45/day
• Equipment rentals: $11 - $30
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $654 - $1,242
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $699 - $1,519
• 4+ bedrooms: $878 - $1,885

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $225 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 Irvine, California, usually costs about $1,051 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,013-mile drive falls between $484 and $553, 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 $75 and $451 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine 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 Irvine, CA to Denver, CO

For larger DIY moves from Irvine, California, 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 $1,184 and $2,403.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,035 - $1,868
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,184 - $2,403
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,661 - $3,192

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 $113 - $225 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 Irvine, California, typically costs $1,051.

What are the best freight companies from Irvine 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: Irvine, CA 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 Irvine 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

How you handle your interstate move from Irvine, CA, to Denver, CO, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,235 - $8,234 on the 1,013-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,161 - $3,991 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $654 - $1,885 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,618 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

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