Route guide · OH → CO
Shipping a car from Ohio to Colorado
Shipping a running sedan from Columbus to Denver costs about $975–$1,400 on an open carrier and $1,475–$2,100 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–6 days in transit. It ranks #212 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,200
- Road miles
- 1,370
- Days in transit
- 3–6
- People moving a year
- 4.8K
- Companies at both ends
- 78
City to city
What it costs between Ohio and Colorado cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Toledo and Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo — 1,280 to 1,450 road miles apart.
| From | Denver | Colorado Springs | Fort Collins | Pueblo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $975–$1,4001,370 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,4001,370 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,4001,370 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,4001,370 mi · 3–6 days |
| Cleveland | $1,000–$1,4251,440 mi · 3–6 days | $1,000–$1,4251,450 mi · 3–6 days | $1,000–$1,4251,440 mi · 3–6 days | $1,000–$1,4251,450 mi · 3–6 days |
| Cincinnati | $950–$1,3501,280 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,280 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3751,290 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,280 mi · 3–5 days |
| Toledo | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,330 mi · 3–6 days | $975–$1,3751,320 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,340 mi · 3–6 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
Columbus to Denver, 1,370 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 | $975–$1,400 | $1,475–$2,100 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,100–$1,575 | $1,650–$2,350 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,225–$1,750 | $1,850–$2,625 |
| Pickup truck | $1,275–$1,825 | $1,925–$2,725 |
| Motorcycle | $600–$850 | $875–$1,250 |
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 Ohio to Colorado is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,200 Peak: about $1,275
About this route
Why so many cars go from Ohio to Colorado
About 4,798 people moved from Ohio to Colorado in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (6,289 in 2023, 3,306 in 2024). That is 2.7% of everyone who left Ohio for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 3,938 people a year move from Colorado back to Ohio — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,200, shipping from Ohio to Colorado costs more than sending a car to Florida ($1,125) and Texas ($1,075) but less than to Arizona ($1,375) and California ($1,525). That works out to about 88¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Expect about 1,370 road miles from Columbus to Denver — 3–6 days on the truck after pickup. Carriers usually load several cars before heading out, so the pickup window matters as much as transit time. 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 Ohio and Colorado, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Ohio
62 companies based in Ohio: 56 carriers, 6 brokers, 421 trucks in total, 8 years in business on average.
- Sam Auto Trans LLC Twinsburg · 76 trucks · since 2014 · USDOT 2520572
- Ascot Auto Trans LLC Akron · 45 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2429414
- Bwi Haul Solutions Cincinnati · 42 trucks · since 2021 · USDOT 3779250
- Advance Auto Transport Sylvania · 30 trucks · since 2013 · USDOT 2370875
- Professional Auto Transport LLC Howard · 30 trucks · since 2025 · USDOT 4408547
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
Ohio 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 Ohio to Colorado?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $975–$1,400 from Columbus to Denver (1,370 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $950–$1,425. An SUV costs about $1,100–$1,575, a pickup $1,275–$1,825, and an enclosed trailer $1,475–$2,100 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Ohio to Colorado?
Transit is usually 3–6 days after pickup for the 1,370-mile trip from Columbus to Denver. Getting the car picked up takes another 1–5 days on a standard booking; expedited pickup within 1–2 days costs about 30% more.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Ohio 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. Whatever the month, a flexible pickup date booked 2–3 weeks out gets the best price.
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 Ohio to Colorado?
Driving 1,370 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $180 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $975–$1,400. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Ohio to Colorado?
Our directory lists 62 companies based in Ohio and 16 based in Colorado, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.