($660+) Tempe, AZ to Laredo, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Laredo, TX

For the 1,029-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,132 and $7,602. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $302 - $2,012 (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 Tempe generally start around $200 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,132 - $5,039
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,489 - $5,897
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,976 - $7,602

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 Laredo.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Laredo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally.

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

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Tempe, AZ to Laredo, TX

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, cost between $1,149 and $3,841. 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 Laredo. If you go over that window, storage in Tempe adds around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,149 - $2,033
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,419 - $2,887
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,915 - $3,841

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 $704 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 $75 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $151 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 Laredo, TX, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Tempe to Laredo?

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 Laredo, TX

A rental truck for this 1,029-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, costs between $660 and $1,885. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $329 - $376
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• 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 Laredo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $660 - $1,265
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $742 - $1,460
• 4+ bedrooms: $859 - $1,885

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Tempe, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $704.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $329 - $376 for the 1,029-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $60 and $327, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $151 per night for hotel stops on the 1,029-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $302 - $453.

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

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 Laredo, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Tempe, Arizona, 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 Laredo, Texas.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,207 and $2,476.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,066 - $1,945
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,207 - $2,476
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,580 - $2,978

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Tempe, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $704.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $75 and $151 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Laredo?

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.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Laredo, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Laredo, 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

Full-service movers on the 1,029-mile route from Tempe, AZ, to Laredo, TX, run $2,132 - $7,602 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,149 - $3,841, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $660 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,489, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Laredo tend to point to delicious Mexican food and culture rich, though limited recreational opportunities and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include United independent school District and Laredo independent school District.