($598+) Tempe, AZ to Denver, CO Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Denver, CO

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 855-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Denver, Colorado, with costs ranging from $1,837 - $7,435. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $357 - $2,380. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tempe and Denver. Local movers in Tempe typically start around $200 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,837 - $4,255
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,469 - $5,985
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,885 - $7,435

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 Tempe to Denver.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Denver, CO

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Denver, 48% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tempe to Denver?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Tempe, AZ to Denver, CO

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Denver, Colorado, cost between $1,086 and $3,788. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Tempe typically runs around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tempe to Denver:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,086 - $2,086
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,410 - $2,868
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,839 - $3,788

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $833 in Tempe, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $89 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $179 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Denver, CO, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Tempe to Denver?

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 Tempe, AZ to Denver, CO

Truck rentals from Tempe, Arizona, to Denver, Colorado, range from $598 - $1,566 for the 855-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $324 - $370
• Daily insurance: $36/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $24
• Tempe daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tempe to Denver based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $598 - $1,140
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $653 - $1,355
• 4+ bedrooms: $802 - $1,566

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 $89 and $417.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $179.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $324 and $370 for the 855-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 $833 for 2 movers in Tempe, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tempe to Denver?

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 Tempe, AZ to Denver, CO

For larger DIY moves from Tempe, Arizona, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Denver, Colorado.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,095 and $2,140.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $978 - $1,752
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,095 - $2,140
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,562 - $2,915

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 $89 - $179 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 Tempe, Arizona, typically costs $833.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Denver?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Denver, CO

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Denver, side by side with Tempe 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.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Tempe, AZ, to Denver, CO, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,837 - $7,435 on the 855-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,086 - $3,788 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $598 - $1,566 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,469 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Re/max and DaVita.