($667+) Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 914-mile move from Denver, Colorado, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, with prices running from $1,979 - $8,804. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $359 - $2,392 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Denver and Minneapolis are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Denver movers tend to run around $262 as a base rate plus $115/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,979 - $4,854
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,696 - $6,115
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,199 - $8,804

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 Denver to Minneapolis.

Specialty moving services from Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Denver movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Minneapolis, 91% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Denver to Minneapolis?

Movers licensed to operate in Minnesota are typically members of the Minnesota Transport Services Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

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 Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN

Moving containers from Denver, Colorado, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, cost between $1,222 and $4,075. 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 Denver runs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,222 - $2,260
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,465 - $3,050
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,073 - $4,075

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $90 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $179 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $837 in Denver, CO, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Minneapolis, MN, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Denver to Minneapolis?

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 Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN

Plan on $674 - $1,822 for a rental moving truck on the 914-mile route from Denver, Colorado, to Minneapolis, Minnesota. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $348 - $398
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Denver daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $674 - $1,262
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $707 - $1,500
• 4+ bedrooms: $878 - $1,822

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $348 - $398 for the 914-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Denver, Colorado, for about 5 hours typically costs around $837.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 914-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $179 per night, adding $359 - $538 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $60 and $359.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Denver to Minneapolis?

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 Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN

For larger DIY moves from Denver, Colorado, 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,269 and $2,416.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,067 - $1,918
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,269 - $2,416
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,561 - $3,010

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 $90 - $179 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 Denver, Colorado, typically costs $837.

What are the best freight companies from Denver to Minneapolis?

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.
3. Apex Transportation, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): Apex Transportation, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Denver, CO vs Minneapolis, MN

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