Moving from Lancaster, CA to Fort Collins, CO
About 959 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 Lancaster, CA to Fort Collins, CO covers about 959 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $4,316 – $5,754 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 323 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 959 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 $4,316 – $5,754 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- 2 days on the road (about 17 hours of driving)
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Lancaster to Fort Collins
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,237 – $4,316 | $2,330 – $3,107 | $1,554 – $2,071 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,884 – $5,179 | $2,796 – $3,729 | $1,864 – $2,486 |
| 2 bedrooms | $4,316 – $5,754 | $3,107 – $4,143 | $2,071 – $2,762 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,963 – $6,617 | $3,573 – $4,764 | $2,382 – $3,176 |
| 4 bedrooms | $5,610 – $7,480 | $4,039 – $5,386 | $2,693 – $3,590 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $6,473 – $8,631 | $4,661 – $6,214 | $3,107 – $4,143 |
Transport only, for an estimated 959 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, Lancaster to Fort Collins
959 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $4,795. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $4,316 to $5,754, 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 Lancaster to Fort Collins
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 323 people a year (±153) moved from Los Angeles County, CA, home to Lancaster, to Larimer County, CO, home to Fort Collins. Going the other way: about 221 people a year (±127). Movers from Los Angeles County make up 1.0% 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 |
|---|---|
| Orange County, CA | 38,761 ±2,562 |
| San Bernardino County, CA | 34,920 ±2,839 |
| Riverside County, CA | 23,292 ±2,434 |
| Clark County, NV | 12,873 ±1,782 |
| Kern County, CA | 10,503 ±1,253 |
| 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
10 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Lancaster (34 counting those licensed only inside California). 6 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 5.6% of their 54 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Quality Moving & Storage Company IncUSDOT 659014 | Santa Clarita · 26 mi | 9 trucks | 18 | 0.0% of 14 |
| Camelot MoversUSDOT 501984 | Valencia · 30 mi | 5 trucks | 14 | 28.6% of 7 |
| J&G Full Service Moving LLCUSDOT 3700355 | Santa Clarita · 26 mi | 4 trucks | 27 | 0.0% of 18 |
| Leo's Trucking & Moving LLCUSDOT 9348380 | Lancaster · 2 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Stear Moving Company LLCUSDOT 4315615 | Canyon Country · 23 mi | 2 trucks | 1 | 0.0% of 1 |
| Professional Moving CompanyUSDOT 3052150 | Santa Clarita · 26 mi | 2 trucks | 7 | 0.0% of 5 |
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 Lancaster 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 959 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 Lancaster
All routes from Lancaster, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster to Los Angeles, CA | ~52 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Lancaster to Ontario, CA | ~65 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Lancaster to Anaheim, CA | ~73 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Lancaster to Long Beach, CA | ~74 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Lancaster to San Bernardino, CA | ~74 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Lancaster to Riverside, CA | ~80 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Lancaster to Irvine, CA | ~86 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Lancaster to Moreno Valley, CA | ~90 mi | $515 – $859 |
Also moving to Fort Collins: from Cheyenne, WY, from Denver, CO, from Aurora, CO, from Colorado Springs, CO.
Lancaster to Fort Collins moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Lancaster to Fort Collins?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 959 miles cost about $3,237 – $4,316 for a studio, $4,316 – $5,754 for a two-bedroom home and $4,963 – $6,617 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Lancaster to Fort Collins take?
The drive is 2 days on the road (about 17 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 Lancaster to Fort Collins?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $2,071 – $2,762 for a two-bedroom home, against $4,316 – $5,754 with full-service movers; a moving container is $3,107 – $4,143.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Lancaster to Fort Collins?
Yes. Lancaster 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. 10 listed movers within 30 miles of Lancaster hold it.
How many people move from Lancaster to Fort Collins each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 323 people a year (margin of error ±153) moved from Los Angeles County, which contains Lancaster, 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.