($781+) Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO Movers
The cost to move from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO ranges from $1,196 to $8,719, with an average cost of $3,350. Moves can be as low as $781 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 1,132 miles and usually takes 2 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
Compare moving options from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO
Moving options from Oxnard to Fort Collins fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,196 - $8,719 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,350, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,132 miles and typically takes 2 to 8 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,132-mile route from Oxnard to Fort Collins, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $1,196 - $5,137 | $1,212 - $2,267 | $781 - $1,430 | $1,206 - $2,168 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,813 - $6,716 | $1,627 - $3,452 | $860 - $1,683 | $1,315 - $2,709 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $4,672 - $8,719 | $2,289 - $4,171 | $1,060 - $2,091 | $1,831 - $3,615 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO
Full-service movers for the 1,132-mile relocation from Oxnard, California, to Fort Collins, Colorado, cost between $1,196 and $8,719. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $416 - $2,776, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Oxnard typically charge a base rate around $231 plus $75 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Oxnard to Fort Collins:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,196 - $5,137
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,813 - $6,716
- 4+ bedrooms: $4,672 - $8,719
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 Oxnard to Fort Collins.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Colorado. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Avoiding peak moving season dates (May - September) is one of the easiest ways to reduce costs. Off-season moves typically come with lower pricing and more room to negotiate since movers have fewer bookings.
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Specialty moving services from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO
Specialty needs vary by market — 96% of Oxnard movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Fort Collins, 89% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $694 - $6,940 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready96% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Meathead Movers | $278 - $1,666/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $416 - $3,331 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage56% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs56% of local movers | $1,388 - $4,164 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,470 - $13,880 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,040 - $1,975 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items72% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Unique Moving Inc. | $1,388 - $3,470 |
| Piano | Any piano type84% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Unique Moving Inc. | $1,110 - $4,858 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling60% of local movers | $416 - $2,082 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect36% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Unique Moving Inc. | $902 - $2,776 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $416 - $20,820+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $416 - $4,858+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Oxnard to Fort Collins?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Oxnard, CA. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO
Moving containers from Oxnard, California, to Fort Collins, Colorado, cost between $1,212 and $4,171. 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 Oxnard typically runs around $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Oxnard to Fort Collins:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,212 - $2,267
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,627 - $3,452
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,289 - $4,171
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $104 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $208 per month.
- Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Fort Collins, CO, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
- Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $972 in Oxnard, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Colorado move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,212. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,627 - $3,452, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Oxnard to Fort Collins?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Oxnard to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Oxnard:
- Unique Moving Inc. (4.9/5), 38 years in business
- Worldwide Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.9/5), 69 years in business
- Attention to Detail Moving, Inc. (4.7/5), 11 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO
A rental truck for this 1,132-mile move from Oxnard, California, to Fort Collins, Colorado, costs between $781 and $2,091. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $500 - $571
- Daily insurance: $42/day
- Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
- Oxnard daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Oxnard to Fort Collins based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $781 - $1,430
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $860 - $1,683
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,060 - $2,091
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Oxnard to Fort Collins starts at $781 - $2,091, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($500 - $571) , overnight lodging ($208/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Oxnard, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $972.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $500 - $571 for the 1,132-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $83 and $451, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $208 per night for hotel stops on the 1,132-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $416 - $625.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Oxnard to Fort Collins?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Oxnard, California, to Fort Collins, Colorado. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.
Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,249 and $2,709.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Oxnard to Fort Collins:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,206 - $2,168
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,315 - $2,709
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,831 - $3,615
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Oxnard, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $972.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $104 - $208 per additional foot to your total.
- Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.
What are the best freight companies from Oxnard to Fort Collins?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- Stevens Trucking (4.54/5 stars): Stevens Trucking is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Oxnard to Fort Collins. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Oxnard, CA 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 Oxnard on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Oxnard, CA | Fort Collins, CO |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 154 | 116 |
| Average rent | $2,900/mo | $1,750/mo |
| Median home value | $610,851 | $544,203 |
| Average income | $93,372/yr | $83,598/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 7.6% | 5.6% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 5.49% |
| Walkability score | 57/100 | 37/100 |
| Safety index | 54.17/100 | 72.86/100 |
| Air quality | Good | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
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Our take
A move from Oxnard, CA, to Fort Collins, CO, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $1,196 - $8,719 on the 1,132-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,212 - $4,171, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $781 - $2,091. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,813 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Advanced Energy Industries and RIMROCK.
FAQs: Moving from Oxnard, CA, to Fort Collins, CO
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($500 - $571), daily insurance ($42/day), and equipment rentals ($10 - $28) on top. Overnight stops can add another $208/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How long does a move from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What is the best time of year to move from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Oxnard, CA to Fort Collins, CO?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
Is Fort Collins a safe place to live?
Fort Collins has a safety index of 72.86 out of 100 and a crime index of 17.0, compared to 54.17 and 45.83 in Oxnard. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What percentage of Oxnard movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 84% of movers in Oxnard handle piano moves, and 72% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.