Towing Cost: Denver, CO to Fort Collins, CO
Estimated cost: $279 - $378
Road Distance
64.7 mi
Drive Time
1 hour 17 min
Cost/Mile
$5.08
Flatbed Est.
$363+
Cost Breakdown
| Component | Standard | Flatbed |
|---|---|---|
| Base / Hookup Fee | $90 | $117 |
| Mileage (64.7 road mi x $4.25/mi) | $275 | $357 |
| Long-Distance Discount | -10% | -10% |
| Estimated Total | $279 - $378 | $363 - $491 |
Cost by Vehicle Type
Sedan / Compact
$279 - $378
SUV / Crossover
$321 - $435
Truck / Van
$349 - $473
Motorcycle
$223 - $302
Denver to Fort Collins by tow truck: distance, price and AAA limits
One highway, 64.7 miles
Denver to Fort Collins is 64.7 road miles, about 1 hour 17 minutes, almost all of it on I-25. The straight-line distance is 59 miles. A sedan tow is $279-$378.
What sets the price
Denver rates are a $90 hookup plus $4.25 a mile. The 64.7 miles add $275, so $365 before any reduction. Estimates for trips over 50 miles include a 10% long-distance reduction (15% past 100 miles), which leaves about $328 in the middle of the range. That is $5.08 a mile.
- Flatbed (30% more, $117 hookup): $363-$491
- SUV or crossover: $321-$435
- Truck or van: $349-$473
- Motorcycle: $223-$302
From a Fort Collins operator ($85 and $4 a mile) the sedan range is $263-$356.
Is shipping an option?
Hardly. Around 50 miles a tow truck is the cheaper option and carriers are rarely booked at all, and at 100 miles tow and carrier prices are about even. At 64.7 miles a carrier brings no saving and still has to be scheduled ahead.
Your AAA membership
Plus (100 miles) and Premier (200 miles) cover the whole trip. Classic covers about 5 miles, so 59.7 miles are left for you, around $239-$418 at the $4-$7 a mile a contracted tow company typically charges. Check your own club's limit, because AAA clubs are regional.
Colorado's fee ceiling
Both cities are in Colorado, so no state line is involved. The Public Utilities Commission sets a ceiling of $250.91 for the base charge on a car up to 10,000 lbs towed without the owner's say, plus mileage, in effect from March 15, 2026. That ceiling is for tows such as a removal from private property, not for one you book yourself. Agree the total in writing before the hookup. Complaints go to the Colorado Public Utilities Commission.
Route Details
ADenver, CO
- Population: 715,522
- Base tow rate: $90
- Per mile: $4
- Local tow avg: $90-$170
BFort Collins, CO
- Population: 169,810
- Base tow rate: $85
- Per mile: $4
- Local tow avg: $85-$160
Factors Affecting This Route's Cost
- Distance: At 64.7 road miles, this is a medium-distance tow. Standard per-mile rates apply.
- Time of Day: After-hours service (8pm-6am, weekends, holidays) adds approximately 25-50% to the total cost.
- Vehicle Condition: Non-running vehicles or those requiring winching may cost an additional $50-$150 for recovery.
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Average towing costs in the US:
- • Local tow (5 miles): $100 - $150
- • Medium distance (25 miles): $180 - $270
- • Long distance (50+ miles): $240 - $360+
Tips for Towing from Denver to Fort Collins
Get Multiple Quotes
For a 64.7-mile tow, prices can vary significantly between companies. Contact at least 3 towing services in Denver for quotes before committing.
Check Insurance Coverage
Many auto insurance policies include towing coverage. AAA Plus covers towing up to 100 miles, and AAA Premier covers up to 200 miles. Your membership may cover a significant portion of this distance.
Request Written Estimates
Always get a written estimate that includes the hookup fee, mileage rate, and any additional charges before authorizing the tow. This protects you from surprise fees.
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