($789+) Colorado Springs, CO to Detroit, MI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Colorado Springs, CO to Detroit, MI

For the 1,339-mile move from Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Detroit, Michigan, full-service movers cost between $2,219 and $8,557. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $308 - $2,056 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Colorado Springs generally start around $250 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Colorado Springs to Detroit:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,219 - $4,782
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,744 - $6,605
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,095 - $8,557

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 Colorado Springs to Detroit.

Specialty moving services from Colorado Springs, CO to Detroit, MI

Specialty needs vary by market: 64% of Colorado Springs movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Detroit, 59% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Colorado Springs to Detroit?

All three below meet the standards set by the Michigan Movers Association, the group most Michigan movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Colorado Springs, CO to Detroit, MI

Moving containers from Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Detroit, Michigan, cost between $1,262 and $4,366. 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 Colorado Springs runs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Colorado Springs to Detroit:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,262 - $2,426
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,678 - $3,217
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,345 - $4,366

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Colorado Springs, CO and Detroit, MI. 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 $720 in Colorado Springs, CO, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $77 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $154 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 Colorado Springs to Detroit?

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 Colorado Springs, CO to Detroit, MI

Truck rentals from Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Detroit, Michigan, range from $789 - $2,211 for the 1,339-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $438 - $501
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Colorado Springs daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Colorado Springs to Detroit based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $789 - $1,477
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $845 - $1,868
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,117 - $2,211

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Colorado Springs, Colorado, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $720.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $438 - $501 for the 1,339-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 $62 and $334, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $154 per night for hotel stops on the 1,339-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $308 - $463.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Colorado Springs to Detroit?

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 Colorado Springs, CO to Detroit, MI

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Detroit, Michigan. 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 $925 and $2,815.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Colorado Springs to Detroit:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,148 - $2,075
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,263 - $2,815
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,786 - $3,671

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Colorado Springs, Colorado, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $720.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $77 - $154 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 Colorado Springs to Detroit?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Colorado Springs, CO vs Detroit, MI

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

A move from Colorado Springs, CO, to Detroit, MI, 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 $2,219 - $8,557 on the 1,339-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,262 - $4,366, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $789 - $2,211. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,744 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 General Motors and Henry Ford Health System.