Moving from Anaheim, CA to Fort Collins, CO
About 975 miles across a state line, from California into Colorado, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Anaheim, CA to Fort Collins, CO covers about 975 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $4,388 – $5,850 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 356 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 975 miles between California and Colorado, this sits in the range where carriers differ most. Some run it dedicated with a firm date; others consolidate it with other shipments and quote a window of 3 to 7 days. The price gap between those two is real — a two-bedroom home runs $4,388 – $5,850 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- 2 days on the road (about 18 hours of driving)
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Anaheim to Fort Collins
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,291 – $4,388 | $2,369 – $3,159 | $1,580 – $2,106 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,949 – $5,265 | $2,843 – $3,791 | $1,895 – $2,527 |
| 2 bedrooms | $4,388 – $5,850 | $3,159 – $4,212 | $2,106 – $2,808 |
| 3 bedrooms | $5,046 – $6,728 | $3,633 – $4,844 | $2,422 – $3,229 |
| 4 bedrooms | $5,704 – $7,605 | $4,107 – $5,476 | $2,738 – $3,650 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $6,581 – $8,775 | $4,739 – $6,318 | $3,159 – $4,212 |
Transport only, for an estimated 975 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Anaheim to Fort Collins
975 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $4,875. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $4,388 to $5,850, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Anaheim to Fort Collins
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 356 people a year (±249) moved from Orange County, CA, home to Anaheim, to Larimer County, CO, home to Fort Collins. Going the other way: about 41 people a year (±66). Movers from Orange County make up 1.1% of the 31,777 people a year who moved into Larimer County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 19,717 people a year (±3,479) moving from California to Colorado and about 15,781 people a year (±3,397) from Colorado to California — a net gain for Colorado of about 3,936 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles County, CA | 23,839 ±1,290 |
| Riverside County, CA | 18,321 ±1,804 |
| San Diego County, CA | 8,261 ±1,298 |
| San Bernardino County, CA | 7,799 ±1,869 |
| Maricopa County, AZ | 5,179 ±1,141 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Weld County, CO | 3,062 ±636 |
| Jefferson County, CO | 2,984 ±600 |
| Denver County, CO | 1,788 ±585 |
| Boulder County, CO | 1,723 ±498 |
| Arapahoe County, CO | 1,381 ±310 |
Licensed movers at each end
82 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Anaheim (313 counting those licensed only inside California). 55 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 20.6% of their 315 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Move Happy AcmeUSDOT 3136064 | Los Angeles · 29 mi | 31 trucks | 61 | 20.5% of 39 |
| Keep America Moving IncUSDOT 1851509 | Moreno Valley · 30 mi | 15 trucks | 3 | 100.0% of 2 |
| Pro Movers IncUSDOT 2211293 | Anaheim · 7 mi | 13 trucks | 4 | 0.0% of 2 |
| Lucky Transportation CompanyUSDOT 586392 | City Industry · 12 mi | 12 trucks | 21 | 0.0% of 14 |
| Terry Moving and Storage IncUSDOT 649215 | Lake Forest · 15 mi | 11 trucks | 10 | 42.9% of 7 |
| 123 Moving and StorageUSDOT 2074992 | Los Angeles · 30 mi | 11 trucks | 15 | 13.3% of 15 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Fort Collins end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Fort Collins: Exodus Moving Storage Inc (Johnstown, 27 trucks), Skyline Moving Company LLC (Loveland, 12 trucks), Golden Van Lines Incorporated (Longmont, 12 trucks), Two Men and A Truck (Fort Collins, 10 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from California into Colorado, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Anaheim to Fort Collins
Ask: dedicated or consolidated?
This is the distance where carriers split. A dedicated truck costs more and delivers on a date; a consolidated load costs less and delivers in a window. Decide which you are buying before you compare prices.
Get it binding or not-to-exceed
A non-binding estimate is a guess with no ceiling. On 975 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
Arriving in Fort Collins
A local move inside Fort Collins later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $525 – $859 for a two-bedroom home and $885 – $1,587 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Fort Collins are Cheyenne (about 50 mi), Denver (about 65 mi), Aurora (about 66 mi).
Other routes from Anaheim
All routes from Anaheim, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Anaheim to Fontana, CA | ~28 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Anaheim to Los Angeles, CA | ~36 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Anaheim to Moreno Valley, CA | ~37 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Anaheim to San Diego, CA | ~100 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Anaheim to Oxnard, CA | ~101 mi | $455 – $606 |
| Anaheim to Bakersfield, CA | ~147 mi | $662 – $882 |
| Anaheim to Las Vegas, NV | ~254 mi | $1,143 – $1,524 |
| Anaheim to Fresno, CA | ~268 mi | $1,206 – $1,608 |
Also moving to Fort Collins: from Cheyenne, WY, from Denver, CO, from Aurora, CO, from Colorado Springs, CO.
Anaheim to Fort Collins moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Anaheim to Fort Collins?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 975 miles cost about $3,291 – $4,388 for a studio, $4,388 – $5,850 for a two-bedroom home and $5,046 – $6,728 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Anaheim to Fort Collins take?
The drive is 2 days on the road (about 18 hours of driving), but the move usually takes 3 to 7 days because it moves on either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load, depending on the carrier and the season. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 4 to 6 weeks, 6 to 8 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Anaheim to Fort Collins?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $2,106 – $2,808 for a two-bedroom home, against $4,388 – $5,850 with full-service movers; a moving container is $3,159 – $4,212.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Anaheim to Fort Collins?
Yes. Anaheim is in California and Fort Collins is in Colorado, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 82 listed movers within 30 miles of Anaheim hold it.
How many people move from Anaheim to Fort Collins each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 356 people a year (margin of error ±249) moved from Orange County, which contains Anaheim, to Larimer County, which contains Fort Collins.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.