Real cost estimates and top mover picks for the Burlington, VT to Colorado route—roughly 1,950 miles. Get straight answers before you book.
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If you're moving from Burlington, VT to Colorado, you're looking at roughly a 1,950-mile haul—and a meaningful lifestyle shift. Burlington is a tight-knit college city with Vermont winters and East Coast price tags. Colorado offers more room, higher incomes, and some of the best mountain access in the country.
This guide covers what you'll actually spend, which Burlington movers handle long-distance work to Colorado well, and what to expect once you get there.
Out of six Burlington-area movers equipped for interstate work, five stand out for this route. Here's how they rank:
7 Ambrose PL, Burlington, VT 05401 | (802) 899-0908
97% positive | 3% negative
Yelp reviews · Google reviews · BBB profile
4.5 / 5 (43 Yelp · 348 Google) | BBB Grade: A+
Nearly 97% positive out of 267 reviews is unusually clean for a moving company. The pattern I look for in that kind of rating: people consistently mention on-time arrivals, transparent quotes, and crews who finish ahead of schedule. Local Muscle Movers hits all three.
The downsides are real but minor—a small number of reviews cite item damage or trouble with post-move support. At a 97-to-3 ratio, that's about as good as it gets at this price point.
Services: Local moves, packing/unpacking, offices, pianos, hot tubs, pool tables, crating, safes
430 Meadowland Drive South, Burlington, VT 05403 | (802) 864-5115
72% positive | 26% negative
Yelp reviews · Google reviews · BBB profile
4.4 / 5 (42 Yelp · 117 Google) | BBB Grade: A+
Seventy-eight years in business is worth noting—longevity like that in the moving industry means they've survived the cycles. When the move goes well, customers are genuinely enthusiastic: efficient crews, careful handling, solid long-distance execution.
But 26% negative is hard to overlook. The pattern in those complaints—estimates ballooning at delivery, damaged or missing items, slow claims response from the office—is exactly the friction that makes long-distance moves feel like gambles. If you hire Booska, get a firm written estimate and confirm every line item before move day.
Services: Local and interstate moves, international moves, offices, pianos, full-valuation coverage, storage, cash and credit accepted
276 East Allen Street, Suite 6, Winooski, VT 05404 | (802) 527-8200
59% positive | 35% negative
Yelp reviews · Google reviews · BBB profile
4.3 / 5 (13 Yelp · 29 Google) | BBB Grade: A+
Vermont Moving & Storage earns real praise for crew professionalism, organized service, and moves that often come in at or under the quoted price. Their sample size is small—46 reviews total—so weight the recent feedback more heavily.
The 35% negative share is harder to dismiss. Damaged property, unexpected charges, and last-minute cancellations with no compensation show up too often to ignore. If your move goes smoothly with them—and many do—the value is solid. Just document every detail before pickup.
Services: Local and interstate moves, packing/unpacking, offices, pianos, art, antiques, crating, full-valuation coverage, storage, fragile-only packing, safes, cash and credit accepted
1860 Williston Rd, STE 4, South Burlington, VT 05403 | (802) 239-1354
95% positive | 5% negative
4.2 / 5 (2 Yelp) | BBB Grade: F
The 95% positive rate is strong. On-time crews, efficient work, fair pricing—those are the themes that show up repeatedly. The rare complaints involve missed appointments or sudden cancellations. Ask directly about their cancellation policy before you commit.
One flag worth raising: the BBB Grade F. That's not a national Two Men and a Truck issue—it's specific to this South Burlington franchise. Call them and ask for context. It may or may not be a dealbreaker depending on what you find.
Services: Local and interstate moves, packing/unpacking, pianos, storage, safes, credit accepted
167 Colchester Rd., Rt. 2A, Essex Junction, VT 05452 | (802) 878-5344
85% positive | 8% negative
4.2 / 5 (3 Yelp) | BBB Grade: A+
109 years in business—that's not a typo. Mclure is one of the oldest movers operating out of Vermont, and their reviews hold up: 85% positive with consistent praise for careful handling, professional staff, and organized crews. Negative reviews clock in at just 8%, mostly around cost estimate discrepancies. That ratio is solid.
The tiny Yelp footprint (three reviews) makes a complete picture harder to build. Pull their recent Google reviews before booking.
Services: Local and interstate moves, international moves, offices, pianos, hot tubs, pool tables, full-valuation coverage, storage, cash and credit accepted
Quick look at which Burlington-area movers offer the specialty services that matter most on a long-distance move:
| Service | # of Movers | % Available |
|---|---|---|
| Interstate moves | 5 | 83% |
| Antiques handling | 2 | 33% |
| Art handling | 2 | 33% |
| Pianos | 6 | 100% |
| Fragile-only packing | 2 | 33% |
At roughly 1,950 miles, this is a legitimate cross-country move. You've got three real options: hire long-distance movers, use a moving container, or drive it yourself in a rental truck. Here's what each option costs by home size:
| Move Size | Movers | Container | Rental Truck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 BR | $1,353 – $5,429 | $1,142 – $2,827 | $1,068 – $2,100 |
| 2–3 BR | $3,749 – $7,631 | $1,841 – $4,063 | $1,156 – $2,573 |
| 4+ BR | $6,652 – $11,441 | $2,786 – $5,423 | $1,429 – $2,909 |
Estimates based on a ~1,950-mile Burlington to Colorado move as of January 2026. Actual quotes vary based on move size, access challenges, optional services, fuel, and time of year. Compare at least three estimates before booking.
Use our moving cost calculator to plug in your specifics and sharpen those ranges.
Studio and one-bedroom moves run $1,353–$5,429. Two- to three-bedroom homes will land in the $3,749–$7,631 range. Four-plus bedrooms push to $6,652–$11,441.
That's a wide spread at the top. The gap between low and high usually comes down to whether you're packing yourself, how many flights of stairs are involved, and whether you need storage in transit.
Containers split the difference between full-service and fully DIY—you load and unload, they handle the driving. Expect $1,142–$2,827 for a small load, $1,841–$4,063 for a two- to three-bedroom, and $2,786–$5,423 for larger moves.
The cheapest option on paper: $1,068–$2,100 for a studio or one-bedroom, $1,156–$2,573 for two to three bedrooms, and $1,429–$2,909 for bigger homes. Fuel costs are factored in. What isn't factored in: 1,950 miles behind the wheel, solo. That's real.
A few variables that will move the needle:
Burlington is expensive by most measures. Colorado's cost picture is more nuanced—some things are cheaper, some aren't. The numbers are worth understanding before you show up.
| Burlington, VT | Colorado | |
|---|---|---|
| Average rent | $2,200 | $1,594 |
| Average home cost | $495,758 | $541,072 |
| Per capita income | $66,546 | $87,598 |
| Cost of living index | 112 | 91 |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% | 4.1% |
| State income tax | 8.75% | 5.49% |
Sources: World Population Review, Zillow, US Census Bureau, BLS, Tax Foundation, Zumper, Numbeo
What those numbers actually mean day-to-day:
| Burlington, VT | Colorado | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 44,743 | 5,877,610 |
| Political lean | Democrat 76-21 | Democrat 54-46 |
| Summer high | 81°F | 86°F |
| Winter low | 9°F | 13°F |
| Annual rain | 36″ | 16″ |
| Annual snow | 72″ | 63″ |
| Crime index | 43.33 | 36.4 |
Sources: US Census Bureau, 270TOWIN, NeighborhoodScout, BestPlaces, Wikipedia
A few things to flag:
Don't wait until move week to deal with these:
Once you're settled, Colorado delivers on most fronts.
Museums
Parks & Natural Attractions
Sports Teams
Universities
Plan for 5 to 16 days from pickup to delivery. Most full-service moves on this route land somewhere in the middle of that range. Summer moves can push toward the longer end due to demand. Confirm delivery windows in writing with your mover before move day—don't assume a verbal estimate is a commitment.
Two Burlington movers offer custom crating for delicate or unusual items—artwork, antiques, oversized electronics. If that's on your list, confirm their specific capabilities before signing a contract.
For a 1,950-mile move, driving two vehicles isn't realistic for most people. Auto transport is the practical call. Check our car shipping guide for a comparison of Vermont-to-Colorado options.
The two biggest reasons I hear: economic opportunity and outdoor access. Colorado's per capita income runs about 32% higher than Burlington's, and the state's proximity to mountain recreation—skiing, hiking, climbing—pulls a lot of Northeast transplants who want four seasons but more of them outdoors.
The five companies listed above all handle interstate moves from the Burlington area. For a broader look at national carriers, our long-distance movers guide is a good starting point. For a route this long, Safe Ship Moving is a broker I've found reliable for coordinating licensed carriers across multi-state hauls.
Four of the six Burlington movers tracked accept cash, though it's less common on interstate jobs where traceable payments are standard. Either way, confirm payment terms upfront—including deposit amount and when the final balance is due.
A 1,950-mile move has too much at stake to book on a single estimate. Compare quotes from multiple Burlington movers before you commit.
