Route guide · NY → CO
Shipping a car from New York to Colorado
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.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,375
- Road miles
- 1,920
- Days in transit
- 4–7
- People moving a year
- 5.0K
- Companies at both ends
- 74
City to city
What it costs between New York and Colorado cities
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 |
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.
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- 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 carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in New York and Colorado, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end New York
58 companies based in New York: 44 carriers, 7 brokers, 458 trucks in total, 11 years in business on average.
- Acar Trucking LLC Brooklyn · 270 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4116994
- Bibi Carrier LLC Port Jervis · 42 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3438799
- GZZ Logistics Inc Staten Island · 9 trucks · since 2020 · USDOT 3476017
- Blue Cat Logistic Inc Brooklyn · 8 trucks · since 2023 · USDOT 4050399
- East Coast Auto Transport Inc Fort Ann · 7 trucks · since 1987 · USDOT 296156
Delivery end Colorado
16 companies based in Colorado: 16 carriers, 1 brokers, 269 trucks in total, 10 years in business on average.
- Supreme Auto Transport Inc Longmont · 207 trucks · since 2000 · USDOT 912923
- TK Auto Trans Inc Aurora · 22 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2388239
- Sterling Auto Carriers Inc Montrose · 6 trucks · since 2015 · USDOT 2777033
- Your Auto Express Aurora · 5 trucks · since 2021 · USDOT 3705965
- Amiron Auto Trans LLC Commerce City · 4 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 2961725
96 more companies in our directory ship to all 48 contiguous states. Browse all companies →
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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 58 companies based in New York and 16 based in Colorado, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.