($854+) Denver, CO to Knoxville, TN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Denver, CO to Knoxville, TN

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,334-mile move from Denver, Colorado, to Knoxville, Tennessee, with costs ranging from $2,307 - $9,007. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $341 - $2,272. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Denver and Knoxville. Local movers in Denver typically start around $262 as a base rate plus $115/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,307 - $4,933
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,857 - $6,474
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,752 - $9,007

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 Knoxville.

Specialty moving services from Denver, CO to Knoxville, TN

Specialty needs vary by market: 48% of Denver movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Knoxville, 76% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Denver, CO to Knoxville, TN

Moving containers from Denver, Colorado, to Knoxville, Tennessee, cost between $1,275 and $4,677. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Knoxville. If you go over that window, storage in Denver adds around $80/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,275 - $2,498
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,645 - $3,351
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,210 - $4,677

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Denver, CO and Knoxville, TN. 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 $795 in Denver, CO, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $85 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $170 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 Denver to Knoxville?

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 Knoxville, TN

Truck rentals from Denver, Colorado, to Knoxville, Tennessee, range from $854 - $2,278 for the 1,334-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $482 - $551
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• 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 Knoxville based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $854 - $1,477
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $880 - $1,831
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,140 - $2,278

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Denver, Colorado, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $795.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $482 - $551 for the 1,334-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 $68 and $369, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $170 per night for hotel stops on the 1,334-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $341 - $511.

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

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 Knoxville, TN

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 Knoxville, Tennessee.

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 $1,316 and $2,600.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,136 - $2,118
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,316 - $2,600
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,894 - $3,386

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Denver, Colorado, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $795.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $85 and $170 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Denver to Knoxville?

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: Denver, CO vs Knoxville, TN

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

Our take

The 1,334-mile move from Denver, CO, to Knoxville, TN, costs between $2,307 and $9,007 with full-service movers, $1,275 - $4,677 with a moving container, and $854 - $2,278 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,857 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Regal Cinemas Corp and Regal.