Moving from Aurora, CO to Tulsa, OK
About 633 miles across a state line, from Colorado into Oklahoma, 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 Aurora, CO to Tulsa, OK covers about 633 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $2,849 – $3,798 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 165 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 633 miles between Colorado and Oklahoma, 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 $2,849 – $3,798 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- 2 days on the road (about 12 hours of driving)
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Aurora to Tulsa
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,136 – $2,849 | $1,538 – $2,051 | $1,025 – $1,367 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,564 – $3,418 | $1,846 – $2,461 | $1,231 – $1,641 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,849 – $3,798 | $2,051 – $2,735 | $1,367 – $1,823 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,276 – $4,368 | $2,359 – $3,145 | $1,572 – $2,096 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,703 – $4,937 | $2,666 – $3,555 | $1,777 – $2,370 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $4,273 – $5,697 | $3,076 – $4,102 | $2,051 – $2,735 |
Transport only, for an estimated 633 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, Aurora to Tulsa
633 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $3,165. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $2,849 to $3,798, 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 Aurora to Tulsa
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 165 people a year (±103) moved from Arapahoe County, CO, home to Aurora, to Tulsa County, OK, home to Tulsa. Going the other way: about 161 people a year (±114). Movers from Arapahoe County make up 0.5% of the 35,167 people a year who moved into Tulsa County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 6,328 people a year (±1,701) moving from Colorado to Oklahoma and about 5,402 people a year (±3,244) from Oklahoma to Colorado — a net gain for Oklahoma of about 926 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Denver County, CO | 14,135 ±1,426 |
| Adams County, CO | 7,382 ±1,340 |
| Douglas County, CO | 4,947 ±867 |
| Jefferson County, CO | 3,563 ±529 |
| El Paso County, CO | 2,419 ±626 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Rogers County, OK | 2,693 ±464 |
| Wagoner County, OK | 2,315 ±523 |
| Creek County, OK | 2,241 ±429 |
| Oklahoma County, OK | 1,948 ±378 |
| Okmulgee County, OK | 967 ±333 |
Licensed movers at each end
80 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Aurora (313 counting those licensed only inside Colorado). 36 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 19.6% of their 92 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student MoversUSDOT 1353870 | Aurora · 4 mi | 38 trucks | 12 | 33.3% of 6 |
| All My Sons Moving & Storage of Denver LLCUSDOT 900253 | Denver · 4 mi | 27 trucks | 22 | 6.7% of 15 |
| Amazing Moves Moving & StorageUSDOT 1187573 | Denver · 3 mi | 20 trucks | 5 | 33.3% of 3 |
| Johnson Storage & Moving CoUSDOT 627773 | Centennial · 12 mi | 20 trucks | 6 | 0.0% of 4 |
| Johnson Storage & Moving Co - Missouri LLCUSDOT 120303 | Centennial · 12 mi | 15 trucks | 2 | — |
| All My Sons Moving & Storage of BoulderUSDOT 2629937 | Broomfield · 17 mi | 13 trucks | 4 | 50.0% of 2 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Tulsa end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Tulsa: Graebel Moving Services (Tulsa, 24 trucks), Fidelity Moving Systems Inc (Tulsa, 15 trucks), Budget Movers LLC (Tulsa, 14 trucks), 2 Fellas & A Big Vehicle Moving Company (Broken Arrow, 12 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from Colorado into Oklahoma, 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 Aurora to Tulsa
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 633 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
Arriving in Tulsa
A local move inside Tulsa later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $445 – $719 for a two-bedroom home and $741 – $1,317 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Tulsa are Oklahoma City (about 114 mi), Fayetteville (about 120 mi), Norman (about 121 mi).
Other routes from Aurora
All routes from Aurora, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora to Denver, CO | ~7 mi | $525 – $859 |
| Aurora to Fort Collins, CO | ~66 mi | $525 – $859 |
| Aurora to Colorado Springs, CO | ~73 mi | $525 – $859 |
| Aurora to Albuquerque, NM | ~392 mi | $1,764 – $2,352 |
| Aurora to Wichita, KS | ~501 mi | $2,255 – $3,006 |
| Aurora to Oklahoma City, OK | ~582 mi | $2,619 – $3,492 |
| Aurora to Phoenix, AZ | ~688 mi | $3,096 – $4,128 |
| Aurora to Des Moines, IA | ~703 mi | $3,164 – $4,218 |
Also moving to Tulsa: from Oklahoma City, OK, from Fayetteville, AR, from Norman, OK, from Wichita, KS.
Aurora to Tulsa moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Aurora to Tulsa?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 633 miles cost about $2,136 – $2,849 for a studio, $2,849 – $3,798 for a two-bedroom home and $3,276 – $4,368 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Aurora to Tulsa take?
The drive is 2 days on the road (about 12 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 Aurora to Tulsa?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $1,367 – $1,823 for a two-bedroom home, against $2,849 – $3,798 with full-service movers; a moving container is $2,051 – $2,735.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Aurora to Tulsa?
Yes. Aurora is in Colorado and Tulsa is in Oklahoma, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 80 listed movers within 30 miles of Aurora hold it.
How many people move from Aurora to Tulsa each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 165 people a year (margin of error ±103) moved from Arapahoe County, which contains Aurora, to Tulsa County, which contains Tulsa.
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.