Towing Cost: Denver, CO to Laramie, WY
Estimated cost: $467 - $631
Road Distance
130.8 mi
Drive Time
2 hours 32 min
Cost/Mile
$4.2
Flatbed Est.
$607+
Cost Breakdown
| Component | Standard | Flatbed |
|---|---|---|
| Base / Hookup Fee | $90 | $117 |
| Mileage (130.8 road mi x $4.25/mi) | $556 | $723 |
| Long-Distance Discount | -15% | -15% |
| Estimated Total | $467 - $631 | $607 - $820 |
Cost by Vehicle Type
Sedan / Compact
$467 - $631
SUV / Crossover
$537 - $726
Truck / Van
$584 - $789
Motorcycle
$374 - $505
Towing a car from Denver to Laramie: road miles, cost and options
Distance and drive time
By road it's 130.8 miles from Denver to Laramie, about 2 hours 32 minutes, mostly on I-25 and US 287. As the crow flies the cities are only 113 miles apart, but a tow is billed on the road you actually drive, so 130.8 is the figure that sets your price. That drive time is for an ordinary car; allow extra for a loaded tow truck.
What it should cost
Denver tow rates run a $90 hookup plus $4.25 a mile. Over 130.8 miles the mileage comes to $556, so $646 before any reduction. Estimates for trips over 100 miles include a 15% long-distance reduction, which brings it to about $549 and a typical range of $467-$631 for a sedan. The same trip for other vehicles and services:
- Flatbed (30% more): $607-$820
- SUV or crossover: $537-$726
- Truck or van: $584-$789
- Motorcycle: $374-$505
If you have AAA
AAA Plus covers towing up to 100 miles, so you'd be 30.8 miles over. AAA hands those miles to a contracted tow company, which typically charges $4-$7 a mile, so the overage is about $123-$216. AAA Premier covers up to 200 miles on one tow a year, which is enough for this trip. Classic covers about 5 miles and would leave 125.8 miles, roughly $503-$881, for you to pay. AAA is a federation of regional clubs and prices vary by club, so check your own limit before you rely on it.
Tow it or ship it?
Over 130.8 miles a car carrier typically quotes $275-$475, mostly below the $467-$631 tow range. Around 100 miles shipping and towing cost about the same, and by 200 miles a carrier is usually the cheaper option, so this trip sits in between. Carriers schedule pickups in advance, so if the car has to move today, a tow is the practical choice.
Crossing from Colorado into Wyoming
Colorado caps what a tow can charge for a car the owner did not order towed, such as one removed from private property: a base of $250.91 for vehicles up to 10,000 lbs. That cap does not cover a tow you book yourself. Wyoming sets no statewide cap on tow fees at all. For this trip, agree the total, the per-mile rate and any extra charges in writing before the hookup. If something goes wrong, complaints go to the Colorado Public Utilities Commission for Colorado and to the Wyoming Attorney General's Consumer Protection and Antitrust Unit for Wyoming.
Route Details
ADenver, CO
- Population: 715,522
- Base tow rate: $90
- Per mile: $4
- Local tow avg: $90-$170
BLaramie, WY
- Population: 32,711
- Base tow rate: $75
- Per mile: $4
- Local tow avg: $75-$145
Factors Affecting This Route's Cost
- Distance: At 130.8 road miles, this is a long-distance tow. Many companies offer volume discounts for longer distances.
- Time of Day: After-hours service (8pm-6am, weekends, holidays) adds approximately 25-50% to the total cost.
- Cross-State Tow: This route crosses state lines (CO to WY), which may involve additional licensing requirements for the tow operator.
- 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 Laramie
Get Multiple Quotes
For a 130.8-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. For this longer route, check your coverage limits carefully.
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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