Planning a move from California to Colorado? You are looking at roughly 1,100 miles of long-distance moving. California to Colorado is one of the most popular westward moves in the country, driven by housing costs and the outdoor lifestyle.
This guide gives you real, calculated prices based on the same cubic-footage pricing model AEY Moving uses for every job. These are not industry averages or ballpark guesses — they are the actual numbers our pricing engine produces for this specific route.
What Does It Cost to Move from California to Colorado?
Here are the binding estimate prices for this route at every home size, non-peak weekday:
| Home Size | Est. Volume | Moving Only | With Full Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 300 cu ft | $1,360 | $1,810 |
| 1 Bedroom | 450 cu ft | $1,991 | $2,591 |
| 2 Bedroom | 650 cu ft | $2,838 | $3,488 |
| 3 Bedroom | 950 cu ft | $3,938 | $4,888 |
| 4-5 Bedroom | 1,400 cu ft | $5,496 | $6,896 |
Non-peak weekday rates. Summer, weekend, and holiday surcharges may apply. Get your exact binding price →
Get Your Exact Price Now
Select your home size below. The calculator uses the same engine that powers our live inventory form — the price you see is the price you would pay.
What Is Included in These Prices?
Every AEY Moving price includes the following with no add-ons and no surprises at delivery:
- Full-service loading and unloading — our crew handles everything
- All furniture wrapping and padding — standard on every move
- Fuel surcharge (10%) — already baked into the price you see
- Binding fee — the contractual guarantee your price will not change
- Standard cargo protection — your belongings are covered in transit
- Direct haul — your shipment goes from California to Colorado without relay stops
What is not included by default: packing service (shown separately above), specialty item handling for pianos or safes, and storage if needed between pickup and delivery.
Why Prices Vary: The Factors That Matter
Volume, not weight
AEY Moving prices by cubic footage, not weight. This matters because weight-based pricing is how most moving scams operate. A company quotes you a low number, loads your truck, then claims your belongings weigh more than estimated and demands a higher price at delivery. That cannot happen with volume-based pricing because your volume is calculated before the truck is loaded.
Move date
The prices above are non-peak weekday rates. If your move falls in summer (April through Labor Day), on a weekend, or around a major holiday, expect a 5 to 15 percent surcharge. The cheapest time to move on this route is a Tuesday through Thursday in fall or winter.
How much you are moving
Volume is the single biggest driver. A two-bedroom apartment with minimal furniture might be 450 to 550 cu ft. A packed two-bedroom with a full kitchen and home office could be 750 or more cu ft. Our inventory calculator accounts for this precisely, which is why the estimates it produces are binding.
How AEY Moving Prices Differently
Most long-distance movers use a weight-based model that gives them the ability to revise your price after your belongings are loaded. Once the truck is packed, you have no leverage. AEY Moving uses a volume-based model with a binding estimate — the price in your estimate is the price you pay at delivery, period.
We are also a direct carrier, not a broker. That means AEY Moving picks up your belongings and AEY Moving delivers them. No handoffs to unknown subcarriers, no relay terminals, no chain-of-custody gaps.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to move from California to Colorado?
At 1,100 miles, transit typically takes 2-4 business days after pickup. FMCSA regulations require movers to provide a delivery window — ours is accurate and honored. We will confirm your delivery window when you book.
Can I get a binding estimate before I pack everything?
Yes. Our online inventory calculator lets you add items room by room before anything is packed. The estimate generated is binding — it does not change based on what the crew finds on pickup day.
What if I need storage between California and Colorado?
We offer storage between pickup and delivery. If there is a gap between when you need to leave your origin and when your destination is ready, we can hold your belongings and deliver on your schedule. Ask your coordinator for storage pricing when you book.