($379+) Albuquerque, NM to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Albuquerque, NM to Scottsdale, AZ

For the 407-mile move from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Scottsdale, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $1,317 and $8,218. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $301 - $2,008 (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 Albuquerque generally start around $185 plus $80 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,317 - $4,170
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,120 - $5,358
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,318 - $8,218

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 Albuquerque to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Albuquerque, NM to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Scottsdale?

All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

How much do local movers cost in Albuquerque, NM?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Albuquerque to Scottsdale with a local mover averages $2,120 - $5,358. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Albuquerque, NM can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Albuquerque, NM to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $967 and $2,883. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Scottsdale. If you go over that window, storage in Albuquerque adds around $65/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $967 - $1,722
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,263 - $2,210
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,642 - $2,883

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Albuquerque, NM, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $703, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $75 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $151 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Albuquerque, NM, and Scottsdale, AZ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM to Scottsdale, AZ

A rental truck for this 407-mile move from Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Scottsdale, Arizona, costs between $383 and $1,020. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $130 - $149
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Albuquerque daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $383 - $717
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $428 - $825
• 4+ bedrooms: $491 - $1,020

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $130 - $149 for the 407-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for about 5 hours typically costs around $703.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 407-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $151 per night, adding $301 - $452 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $50 and $301.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, NM to Scottsdale, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Albuquerque, New Mexico, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Scottsdale, Arizona.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $933 and $1,899.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $888 - $1,444
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $933 - $1,899
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,275 - $2,306

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $75 - $151 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, typically costs $703.

What are the best freight companies from Albuquerque 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. THE Tire Welder, Inc. (4.58/5 stars): THE Tire Welder, Inc. 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: Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque 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.