($598+) Fort Collins, CO to Tucson, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Fort Collins, CO to Tucson, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 960-mile move from Fort Collins, Colorado, to Tucson, Arizona, with costs ranging from $1,934 - $8,230. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $325 - $2,168. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Fort Collins and Tucson. Local movers in Fort Collins typically start around $301 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Fort Collins to Tucson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,934 - $4,872
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,419 - $6,144
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,959 - $8,230

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 Fort Collins to Tucson.

Specialty moving services from Fort Collins, CO to Tucson, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 57% of Fort Collins movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tucson, 48% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Fort Collins to Tucson?

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.

Moving container costs from Fort Collins, CO to Tucson, AZ

Moving containers from Fort Collins, Colorado, to Tucson, Arizona, cost between $1,174 and $3,823. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Fort Collins typically costs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Fort Collins to Tucson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,174 - $2,095
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,510 - $2,883
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,054 - $3,823

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 Fort Collins, CO, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $759, 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 $81 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $163 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Fort Collins, CO, and Tucson, 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 Fort Collins to Tucson?

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 Fort Collins, CO to Tucson, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 960 miles from Fort Collins, Colorado, to Tucson, Arizona, running $598 - $1,793. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $331 - $378
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Fort Collins daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Fort Collins to Tucson based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $598 - $1,145
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $701 - $1,418
• 4+ bedrooms: $896 - $1,793

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $331 - $378 for the 960-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 Fort Collins, Colorado, for about 5 hours typically costs around $759.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 960-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $163 per night, adding $325 - $488 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $54 and $325.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Fort Collins to Tucson?

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 Fort Collins, CO to Tucson, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Fort Collins, Colorado, to Tucson, Arizona, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,161 and $2,283.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Fort Collins to Tucson:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $965 - $1,866
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,161 - $2,283
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,565 - $3,149

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 $81 and $163.
• 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 Fort Collins, Colorado, for roughly five hours typically average $759.

What are the best freight companies from Fort Collins to Tucson?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Fort Collins, CO vs Tucson, AZ

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

For a move from Fort Collins, CO, to Tucson, AZ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,934 for a studio to $8,230 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 960-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,174 - $3,823. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $598 - $1,793, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,419 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Tucson tend to point to beautiful nature and renowned cuisine, though high crime rate and low economic opportunity come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include University of Arizona and Raytheon Technologies.