Moving from Oklahoma City, OK to Colorado Springs, CO
About 542 miles across a state line, from Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City, OK to Colorado Springs, CO covers about 542 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $2,439 – $3,252 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 203 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 542 miles between Oklahoma 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 $2,439 – $3,252 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 10 hours
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,829 – $2,439 | $1,317 – $1,756 | $878 – $1,171 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,195 – $2,927 | $1,580 – $2,107 | $1,054 – $1,405 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,439 – $3,252 | $1,756 – $2,341 | $1,171 – $1,561 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,805 – $3,740 | $2,019 – $2,693 | $1,346 – $1,795 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,171 – $4,228 | $2,283 – $3,044 | $1,522 – $2,029 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $3,659 – $4,878 | $2,634 – $3,512 | $1,756 – $2,341 |
Transport only, for an estimated 542 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, Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs
542 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $2,710. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $2,439 to $3,252, 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 Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 203 people a year (±156) moved from Oklahoma County, OK, home to Oklahoma City, to El Paso County, CO, home to Colorado Springs. Going the other way: about 433 people a year (±344). Movers from Oklahoma County make up 0.3% of the 63,637 people a year who moved into El Paso County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 5,402 people a year (±3,244) moving from Oklahoma to Colorado and about 6,328 people a year (±1,701) from Colorado to Oklahoma — a net gain for Oklahoma of about 926 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Cleveland County, OK | 8,829 ±1,114 |
| Canadian County, OK | 3,616 ±656 |
| Tulsa County, OK | 1,948 ±378 |
| Logan County, OK | 1,225 ±383 |
| Payne County, OK | 1,077 ±239 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Adams County, CO | 2,599 ±838 |
| Arapahoe County, CO | 2,419 ±626 |
| Denver County, CO | 2,388 ±517 |
| Douglas County, CO | 2,068 ±611 |
| Bexar County, TX | 1,391 ±719 |
Licensed movers at each end
21 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Oklahoma City (88 counting those licensed only inside Oklahoma). 8 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 10.0% of their 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ace Transfer & Storage CompanyUSDOT 34170 | Oklahoma City · 3 mi | 55 trucks | 2 | 0.0% of 2 |
| Aim RelocatorsUSDOT 1358592 | Oklahoma City · 3 mi | 9 trucks | 2 | 0.0% of 1 |
| All My Sons Moving & Storage of Oklahoma City LLCUSDOT 1717663 | Midwest City · 7 mi | 8 trucks | 4 | 0.0% of 3 |
| High Quality Moving LLCUSDOT 4425470 | Edmond · 10 mi | 7 trucks | 0 | — |
| A-1 Freeman Moving & Storage LLCUSDOT 896791 | Oklahoma City · 7 mi | 4 drivers | 1 | — |
| Creme De La Creme Relocation & Transportation LLCUSDOT 3504714 | Moore · 10 mi | 4 trucks | 0 | — |
How these figures are calculated
At the Colorado Springs end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Colorado Springs: Pikes Peak Moving & Storage LLC (Colorado Sprgs, 87 trucks), Arrow Moving & Storage of Colorado Inc (Colorado Springs, 15 trucks), Fatboy Slims Moving Company LLC (Colorado Springs, 11 trucks), College Hunks Hauling Junk and College Hunks Moving (Colorado Springs, 9 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs
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 542 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
Arriving in Colorado Springs
A local move inside Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs are Aurora (about 73 mi), Denver (about 74 mi), Fort Collins (about 139 mi).
Other routes from Oklahoma City
All routes from Oklahoma City, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City to Norman, OK | ~21 mi | $445 – $719 |
| Oklahoma City to Tulsa, OK | ~114 mi | $513 – $684 |
| Oklahoma City to Wichita, KS | ~179 mi | $806 – $1,074 |
| Oklahoma City to McKinney, TX | ~192 mi | $864 – $1,152 |
| Oklahoma City to Fort Worth, TX | ~219 mi | $986 – $1,314 |
| Oklahoma City to Dallas, TX | ~223 mi | $1,004 – $1,338 |
| Oklahoma City to Overland Park, KS | ~335 mi | $1,508 – $2,010 |
| Oklahoma City to Kansas City, MO | ~348 mi | $1,566 – $2,088 |
Also moving to Colorado Springs: from Denver, CO, from Aurora, CO, from Fort Collins, CO, from Cheyenne, WY.
Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 542 miles cost about $1,829 – $2,439 for a studio, $2,439 – $3,252 for a two-bedroom home and $2,805 – $3,740 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs take?
The drive is about 10 hours, 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 Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $1,171 – $1,561 for a two-bedroom home, against $2,439 – $3,252 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,756 – $2,341.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs?
Yes. Oklahoma City is in Oklahoma and Colorado Springs is in Colorado, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 21 listed movers within 30 miles of Oklahoma City hold it.
How many people move from Oklahoma City to Colorado Springs each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 203 people a year (margin of error ±156) moved from Oklahoma County, which contains Oklahoma City, to El Paso County, which contains Colorado Springs.
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.