($994+) Denver, CO to New York City, NY Movers

Full-service moving costs from Denver, CO to NYC

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,777-mile move from Denver, Colorado, to NYC, New York, with prices running from $2,276 - $10,324. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $437 - $2,912 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Denver and NYC 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 NYC:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,276 - $5,467
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,233 - $6,870
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,742 - $10,324

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 NYC.

Specialty moving services from Denver, CO to NYC

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of Denver movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In New York City, 93% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in New York are typically members of the New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s 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 NYC

Moving containers from Denver, Colorado, to NYC, New York, cost between $1,543 and $5,163. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Denver typically costs about $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,543 - $2,717
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,994 - $4,000
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,777 - $5,163

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Denver, CO, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $1,019, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $109 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $218 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Denver, CO, and NYC, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Denver to NYC?

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 NYC

Plan on $1,014 - $2,960 for a rental moving truck on the 1,777-mile route from Denver, Colorado, to NYC, New York. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $823 - $941
• Daily insurance: $44/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $29
• 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 NYC based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,014 - $2,053
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,188 - $2,491
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,483 - $2,960

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $218 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $95 and $473 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $823 - $941 in fuel for the 1,777-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $1,019 in Denver, Colorado, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 NYC

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Denver, Colorado, to NYC, New York, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,580 and $3,105.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,281 - $2,496
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,580 - $3,105
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,052 - $4,087

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 $109 - $218 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 $1,019.

What are the best freight companies from Denver to NYC?

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.
3. Apex Transportation, Inc. (4.8/5 stars): Apex Transportation, Inc. 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.

Cost of living: Denver, CO vs NYC

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in NYC, 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.