($371+) Irvine, CA to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Irvine, CA to Scottsdale, AZ

For the 367-mile move from Irvine, California, to Scottsdale, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $993 and $6,829. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $433 - $2,884 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Irvine generally start around $197 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Irvine to Scottsdale:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $993 - $3,673
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,782 - $4,746
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,943 - $6,829

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Irvine to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Irvine, CA to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Irvine movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Scottsdale, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Irvine to Scottsdale?

Look for Arizona Moving Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Arizona beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in Irvine, CA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Irvine to Scottsdale with a local mover averages $1,817 - $4,840. Working with a local mover based in Irvine, CA often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from Irvine, CA to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Irvine, California, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $972 and $2,791. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Irvine costs roughly $110/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Irvine to Scottsdale:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $972 - $1,609
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,137 - $2,148
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,505 - $2,791

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $108 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $216 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Scottsdale, AZ, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $1,009 in Irvine, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Irvine to Scottsdale?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Irvine, CA to Scottsdale, AZ

A rental truck for this 367-mile move from Irvine, California, to Scottsdale, Arizona, costs between $356 and $887. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $168 - $192
• Daily insurance: $43/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $29
• Irvine daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Irvine to Scottsdale based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $356 - $645
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $376 - $734
• 4+ bedrooms: $475 - $887

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $108 and $505.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $216.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $168 and $192 for the 367-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $1,009 for 2 movers in Irvine, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Irvine to Scottsdale?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Irvine, CA to Scottsdale, AZ

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Irvine, California, to Scottsdale, Arizona. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $985 and $1,845.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Irvine to Scottsdale:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $833 - $1,492
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $985 - $1,845
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,190 - $2,417

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $108 and $216.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Irvine, California, for roughly five hours typically average $1,009.

What are the best freight companies from Irvine to Scottsdale?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. ALL Service Handling (4.76/5 stars): ALL Service Handling is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Irvine, CA vs Scottsdale, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Scottsdale, side by side with Irvine on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.