($997+) Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO Movers
Moving from Durham, NC, to Colorado Springs, CO, runs anywhere from $977 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $10,120 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,628 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,124, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $10,120 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,501 - $5,450, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $977 - $2,929.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Durham, NC, to Colorado Springs, CO. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,119 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO
Moving options from Durham to Colorado Springs fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $3,119 - $6,728 on this route, with movers handling all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This 1,628-mile route typically takes 4 to 15 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,628-mile route from Durham to Colorado Springs, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $2,124 for a studio up to $10,120 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $1,501 - $5,450 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $977 - $2,929, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $1,338 - $4,021, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO
Hiring full-service movers from Durham, North Carolina, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, costs between $2,124 and $10,120. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,628-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $310 - $2,068, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Durham and Colorado Springs. For a rough baseline, movers based in Durham tend to start around $240 plus $122/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Durham to Colorado Springs:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,124 - $5,115
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,119 - $6,728
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,236 - $10,120
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 Durham to Colorado Springs.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from North Carolina to Colorado. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO
Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Durham movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Colorado Springs, 75% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $517 - $5,170 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready86% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | $207 - $1,241/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $310 - $2,482 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage18% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs57% of local movers | $1,034 - $3,102 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,585 - $10,340 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $774 - $1,471 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items25% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Truckin' Movers Corporation | $1,034 - $2,585 |
| Piano | Any piano type64% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | $827 - $3,619 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling29% of local movers | $310 - $1,551 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect21% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Athens Moving Experts | $672 - $2,068 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $310 - $15,510+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $310 - $3,619+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Durham to Colorado Springs?
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Durham, NC. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO
Moving containers from Durham, North Carolina, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, cost between $1,501 and $5,450. 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 Durham costs roughly $100/month if you need it.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Durham to Colorado Springs:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,501 - $2,910
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,940 - $4,149
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,539 - $5,450
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 $724 in Durham, NC. 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 $78 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $155 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 Colorado Springs, CO, destination before booking.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a North Carolina to Colorado move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,501. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,940 - $4,149, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Durham to Colorado Springs?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Durham to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Durham:
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.7/5), 28 years in business
- Truckin' Movers Corporation (4.9/5), 49 years in business
- Bellhop Moving (4.1/5), 15 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO
A rental truck for this 1,628-mile move from Durham, North Carolina, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, costs between $977 and $2,929. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $536 - $612
- Daily insurance: $31/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
- Durham daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Durham to Colorado Springs based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $977 - $1,954
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,080 - $2,419
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,388 - $2,929
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $977 - $2,929 does not include fuel ($536 - $612) , lodging ($155/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Durham to Colorado Springs typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Gas: Fuel adds $536 - $612 for the 1,628-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 Durham, North Carolina, for about 5 hours typically costs around $724.
- Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
- Lodging: The 1,628-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $155 per night, adding $310 - $465 in hotel costs total.
- Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $52 and $310.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Durham to Colorado Springs?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Durham, North Carolina, to Colorado Springs, Colorado. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,629 and $3,224.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Durham to Colorado Springs:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,338 - $2,670
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,224
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,116 - $4,021
Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Durham, North Carolina, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $724.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $78 - $155 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 Durham to Colorado Springs?
- 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.
- 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.
- Darrell Andrews Trucking, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): Darrell Andrews Trucking, 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.
Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.
Cost of living: Durham, NC vs Colorado Springs, CO
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Durham and Colorado Springs to plan around. Cost of living index: 99 vs. 110. Average rent: $1,699/mo vs. $1,799/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 30 vs. 36. Safety index: 45.28 vs. 58.06.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Colorado Springs, CO to Durham, NC guide.
Why moveBuddha makes finding a mover easier:
In the past 3 months we've processed 10 quotes from North Carolina to Colorado, so our pricing data reflects what movers are actually charging right now. Check our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers, the best way to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and bad actors. We track 117 movers in North Carolina, so you have real options to compare for this 1,628-mile move.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 1,628-mile route from Durham, NC, to Colorado Springs, CO, run $2,124 - $10,120 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,501 - $5,450, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $977 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,119, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include XAware and Vectrus.
FAQs: Moving from Durham, NC, to Colorado Springs, CO
What is the cheapest way to move from Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,080 - $2,419. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Colorado Springs a safe place to live?
Colorado Springs has a safety index of 58.06 out of 100 and a crime index of 41.94, compared to 45.28 and 54.72 in Durham. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What is the best time of year to move from Durham, NC to Colorado Springs, CO?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Colorado?
The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado.
What percentage of Durham movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 64% of movers in Durham handle piano moves, and 25% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
