Route guide · NY → CO

Car shipping from New York to Colorado

Car transport from New York to Colorado runs 1,920 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from New York to Denver costs about $1,125–$1,625 on an open carrier and $1,700–$2,425 in an enclosed trailer, with 4–7 days in transit. It ranks #200 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.

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Open carrier, sedan
$1,375
Road miles
1,920
Days in transit
4–7
People moving a year
5.0K
Companies at both ends
58

City to city

Cost to ship a car from New York to Colorado, city to city

Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between New York, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse and Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo — 1,600 to 1,930 road miles apart.

From Denver Colorado Springs Fort Collins Pueblo
New York $1,125–$1,6251,920 mi · 4–7 days $1,125–$1,6251,930 mi · 4–7 days $1,125–$1,6251,920 mi · 4–7 days $1,125–$1,6251,930 mi · 4–7 days
Buffalo $1,050–$1,5001,610 mi · 4–6 days $1,050–$1,5001,620 mi · 4–6 days $1,050–$1,5001,600 mi · 4–6 days $1,050–$1,5001,630 mi · 4–6 days
Rochester $1,075–$1,5251,680 mi · 4–7 days $1,075–$1,5251,700 mi · 4–7 days $1,050–$1,5251,670 mi · 4–7 days $1,075–$1,5251,710 mi · 4–7 days
Syracuse $1,100–$1,5501,770 mi · 4–7 days $1,100–$1,5751,790 mi · 4–7 days $1,075–$1,5501,760 mi · 4–7 days $1,100–$1,5751,790 mi · 4–7 days
Estimate, not a quote

A pickup or delivery far from these metros usually adds $75–$150. Quotes move with fuel prices and truck space, so treat these as a yardstick. Price your own addresses →

By vehicle

Price by vehicle type

New York to Denver, 1,920 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.

VehicleOpen carrierEnclosed
Sedan or small car$1,125–$1,625$1,700–$2,425
Midsize SUV or crossover$1,275–$1,800$1,900–$2,725
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)$1,400–$2,025$2,125–$3,025
Pickup truck$1,475–$2,100$2,200–$3,150
Motorcycle$675–$975$1,025–$1,450

By month

Best time to ship

Prices on this lane peak in June–August (the summer moving peak), running about 8% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from New York to Colorado is January–May and September–November.

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  5. May
  6. Jun
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  12. Dec

Cheapest: about $1,375 Peak: about $1,475

About this route

Why so many cars go from New York to Colorado

About 5,044 people moved from New York to Colorado in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (6,295 in 2023, 3,792 in 2024). That is 1.1% of everyone who left New York for another state.

Traffic runs both ways — about 6,548 people a year move from Colorado back to New York — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.

How the price compares

At a typical $1,375, shipping from New York to Colorado costs more than sending a car to Texas ($1,275) and Florida ($1,175) but less than to Arizona ($1,600) and California ($1,725). That works out to about 72¢ a mile — long hauls cost less per mile because loading and paperwork are spread over more distance.

Distance and transit time

Count on 4–7 days on the truck for the 1,920 road miles from New York to Denver — federal rules cap drivers at 11 hours a day behind the wheel, and a full carrier makes several stops on the way. The car heads west and crosses 2 time zones — from Eastern to Mountain time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.

On the road

  • The route crosses mountain passes in the West; from November to March, snow and chain laws can hold trucks for a day or two.

Companies

Car transport companies from New York to Colorado

Companies headquartered at either end of the route usually run this lane often. Filter by services, company type and safety record — every listing is matched to its FMCSA record.

  • Pickup end New York 45 companies · 35 carriers · 10 brokers · 212 trucks · 13 yrs avg.
  • Delivery end Colorado 13 companies · 13 carriers · 1 brokers · 447 trucks · 10 yrs avg.

58 companies for this route

CV Auto Transport

Featured FMCSA verified

New York City, NY · Broker · 11 yrs in business · USDOT 2793449

We provide expedited vehicle shipping domestic and internationally at competitive rates. We also offer a wide variety of equipment, such as flat beds, tow…

  • International car shipping
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • +10 more

Montway Auto Transport

Featured FMCSA verified

New York City, NY · Broker · 15 yrs in business · USDOT 2239816

Montway Auto Transport is the number one rated U.S. auto transporter, annually shipping 100,000+ vehicles between all 50 states. We strive to deliver a 5-star…

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +1 more

Number 1 Auto Transport

Featured FMCSA verified

New York City, NY · Broker · 14 yrs in business · USDOT 2336907

With over 15 years of expertise and more than 50,000 vehicles successfully delivered, we are your proven choice for secure and reliable car shipping and auto…

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Auction transport
  • +3 more

RoadRunner Auto Transport

Featured FMCSA verified

New York City, NY · Broker · 8 yrs in business · USDOT 3124544

When you need to ship a car to or from New York, you need an experienced New York car shipping company you can rely on. For over 30 years, RoadRunner Auto…

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery

SGT Auto Transport

Featured FMCSA verified

New York City, NY · Broker · 12 yrs in business · USDOT 2521690

At SGT Auto Transport, we were founded back in 2014, initially in Florida before we relocated to South Carolina and finally to Bohemia, New York. SGT Auto…

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +10 more

Sherpa Auto Transport

Featured FMCSA verified

Buffalo, NY · Broker · 9 yrs in business · USDOT 4085166

Sherpa was founded in 2017 by seasoned, successful entrepreneurs on a mission to transform the car shipping industry. Throughout several cross-country moves…

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +10 more

Longmont, CO · Carrier & broker · 207 trucks · 26 yrs in business · USDOT 912923

Colorado auto carrier in business since 2001, partnered with Japan's NIKKON Holdings, with nationwide reach.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Dealer transport
  • Cross-country shipping

UZ Auto Trans

FMCSA verified

Denver, CO · Carrier · 190 trucks · 17 yrs in business · USDOT 1954980

Woman- and minority-owned Denver car carrier with 80+ trucks, delivering vehicles across the 48 states.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Expedited shipping
  • Cross-country shipping

Kings Park, NY · Carrier · 22 trucks · 20 yrs in business · USDOT 1465363

Auto transport arm of Plycon Transportation Group, a New York mover offering open and enclosed car shipping.

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Motorcycle transport
  • +2 more

Online Auto Connection

FMCSA verified

Buffalo, NY · Carrier · 21 trucks · 44 yrs in business · USDOT 254334

  • Satisfactory safety rating
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +1 more

Montrose, CO · Carrier · 6 trucks · 11 yrs in business · USDOT 2777033

Colorado enclosed car carrier for high-end, concept and high-security vehicles, auto shows and film productions.

  • Enclosed car transport
  • Luxury car transport
  • Classic car transport

Allstar Hauling LLC

FMCSA verified

Rochester, NY · Carrier · 5 trucks · 7 yrs in business · USDOT 3272170

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +5 more

AutoPlane

FMCSA verified

Bohemia, NY · Carrier · 1 truck · 16 yrs in business · USDOT 2067909

Long Island car carrier based at MacArthur Airport, shipping cars between New York and Florida in about 3 days.

  • Open car transport
  • Snowbird car shipping
  • Terminal-to-terminal shipping

Freedom Haulers, LLC

FMCSA verified

Rochester, NY · Carrier · 1 truck · USDOT 4381033

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Terminal-to-terminal shipping
  • +6 more

Autopro Logistics

FMCSA verified

Selden, NY · Broker · 2 yrs in business · USDOT 4322097

Long Island auto transport broker arranging fully insured luxury and standard vehicle shipping across the U.S.

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Luxury car transport
  • +1 more

Axis Auto Logistics

FMCSA verified

Melville, NY · Broker · 1 yrs in business · USDOT 4359281

Long Island auto transport broker with door-to-door shipping, guaranteed pickup dates and expedited service.

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +3 more

Northeastern Trucking

FMCSA verified

Buffalo, NY · Broker · 4 yrs in business · USDOT 3944370

  • International car shipping
  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • +10 more

Ship My Cars

FMCSA verified

New York City, NY · Broker · USDOT 2245103

  • Open car transport
  • Enclosed car transport
  • Door-to-door delivery
  • +3 more

FAQ

New York to Colorado car shipping: questions

Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Colorado's DMV.

How much does it cost to ship a car from New York to Colorado?

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $1,125–$1,625 from New York to Denver (1,920 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $1,050–$1,625. An SUV costs about $1,275–$1,800, a pickup $1,475–$2,100, and an enclosed trailer $1,700–$2,425 for a sedan.

How long does it take to ship a car from New York to Colorado?

Transit is usually 4–7 days after pickup for the 1,920-mile trip from New York to Denver. The wait for pickup is separate: typically 1–5 days, or 1–2 days if you pay about 30% more for expedited service.

When is the cheapest time to ship a car from New York to Colorado?

January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.

How soon do I have to register my car in Colorado after moving?

Colorado requires new residents to register within 90 days of becoming a resident. You need Colorado insurance before you register; late fees are $25 a month, up to $100.

Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from New York to Colorado?

Driving 1,920 miles takes about 4 days: roughly $250 in gas and 3 nights of hotels and meals (about $420). Shipping a sedan costs about $1,125–$1,625. Add wear on the car and 4 days off work, and the two come out close.

Which car shipping companies go from New York to Colorado?

Our directory lists 45 companies based in New York and 13 based in Colorado, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 190 that ship nationwide.

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