Route guide · WA → CO
Shipping a car from Washington to Colorado
Shipping a running sedan from Seattle to Denver costs about $925–$1,325 on an open carrier and $1,400–$2,000 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #164 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,125
- Road miles
- 1,210
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 6.1K
- Companies at both ends
- 52
City to city
What it costs between Washington and Colorado cities
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Seattle, Spokane, Vancouver and Yakima and Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo — 930 to 1,300 road miles apart.
| From | Denver | Colorado Springs | Fort Collins | Pueblo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,260 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,160 mi · 3–5 days | $975–$1,3751,300 mi · 3–5 days |
| Spokane | $850–$1,250980 mi · 2–4 days | $875–$1,2751,040 mi · 3–5 days | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days |
| Vancouver | $925–$1,3251,160 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,210 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,120 mi · 3–5 days | $950–$1,3501,240 mi · 3–5 days |
| Yakima | $875–$1,2751,080 mi · 3–5 days | $900–$1,3001,130 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,040 mi · 3–5 days | $925–$1,3251,170 mi · 3–5 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
Seattle to Denver, 1,210 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 | $925–$1,325 | $1,400–$2,000 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $1,050–$1,500 | $1,575–$2,250 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,175–$1,675 | $1,750–$2,500 |
| Pickup truck | $1,225–$1,725 | $1,825–$2,600 |
| Motorcycle | $550–$800 | $850–$1,200 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in December (the holidays and winter weather up north), running about 10% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Washington to Colorado is March–May and September–November.
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Cheapest: about $1,125 Peak: about $1,250
About this route
Why so many cars go from Washington to Colorado
About 6,099 people moved from Washington to Colorado in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (6,010 in 2023, 6,188 in 2024). That is 2.9% of everyone who left Washington for another state.
This is the lighter direction: about 8,615 people a year move Colorado to Washington. Carriers that bring cars into Washington need loads back toward Colorado, so it's worth asking for a backhaul price on this leg.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,125, shipping from Washington to Colorado costs more than sending a car to California ($1,100) but less than to Arizona ($1,175) and Minnesota ($1,275). That works out to about 93¢ a mile.
Distance and transit time
Your car spends 3–5 days on the road for the roughly 1,210 miles from Seattle to Denver, after a pickup window of a few days while the carrier assembles a full load. The car heads east-southeast and crosses one time zone — from Pacific 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.
- Winter storms in Washington can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.
Companies
Car carriers at both ends of the route
The largest carriers headquartered in Washington and Colorado, by trucks on file with the FMCSA. A company based at either end usually runs this lane often.
Pickup end Washington
36 companies based in Washington: 36 carriers, 0 brokers, 237 trucks in total, 9 years in business on average.
- Diesel Auto Express Vancouver · 97 trucks · since 2009 · USDOT 1885300
- DC Trucking Enumclaw · 30 trucks · since 2017 · USDOT 3001374
- U Save Auto Transport LLC Moxee · 8 trucks · since 2007 · USDOT 1625792
- DC Auto Carrier LLC Bonney Lake · 7 trucks · since 2022 · USDOT 3871099
- Advanced Auto Transport LLC Kelso · 6 trucks · since 2016 · USDOT 2943372
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
Washington 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 Washington to Colorado?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $925–$1,325 from Seattle to Denver (1,210 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $825–$1,375. An SUV costs about $1,050–$1,500, a pickup $1,225–$1,725, and an enclosed trailer $1,400–$2,000 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Washington to Colorado?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,210-mile trip from Seattle 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 Washington to Colorado?
March–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 10% 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 Washington to Colorado?
Driving 1,210 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $150 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $925–$1,325. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Washington to Colorado?
Our directory lists 36 companies based in Washington and 16 based in Colorado, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 96 that ship nationwide.