($802+) Ann Arbor, MI to Denver, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Ann Arbor, MI to Denver, CO

For the 1,226-mile move from Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Denver, Colorado, full-service movers cost between $2,216 and $8,864. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $344 - $2,296 (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 Ann Arbor generally start around $304 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,216 - $5,033
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,737 - $6,332
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,000 - $8,864

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 Ann Arbor to Denver.

Specialty moving services from Ann Arbor, MI to Denver, CO

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Ann Arbor movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Denver, 48% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Ann Arbor, MI to Denver, CO

Moving containers from Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Denver, Colorado, cost between $1,309 and $4,276. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Ann Arbor costs roughly $75/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,309 - $2,292
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,589 - $3,291
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,241 - $4,276

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $804 in Ann Arbor, MI. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $86 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $172 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Denver, CO, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Ann Arbor to Denver?

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 Ann Arbor, MI to Denver, CO

Plan on $802 - $2,178 for a rental moving truck on the 1,226-mile route from Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Denver, Colorado. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $448 - $512
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Ann Arbor daily rental rate: $19 - $29
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $802 - $1,415
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $859 - $1,699
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,008 - $2,178

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $172 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 $75 and $373 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $448 - $512 in fuel for the 1,226-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $804 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Ann Arbor to Denver?

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 Ann Arbor, MI to Denver, CO

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Denver, Colorado, 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. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,323 and $2,580.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,065 - $2,000
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,323 - $2,580
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,793 - $3,489

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Ann Arbor, Michigan, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $804.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $86 - $172 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 Ann Arbor to Denver?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Ann Arbor, MI vs Denver, CO

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Denver, side by side with Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor, MI, to Denver, 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 $2,216 - $8,864 on the 1,226-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,309 - $4,276, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $802 - $2,178. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,737 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 Re/max and DaVita.