($695+) Phoenix, AZ to Wichita, KS Movers

Full-service moving costs from Phoenix, AZ to Wichita, KS

For the 1,010-mile move from Phoenix, Arizona, to Wichita, Kansas, full-service movers cost between $2,194 and $7,698. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $303 - $2,020 (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 Phoenix generally start around $140 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,194 - $4,651
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,397 - $6,057
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,094 - $7,698

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 Phoenix to Wichita.

Specialty moving services from Phoenix, AZ to Wichita, KS

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Phoenix movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Wichita, 54% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Phoenix to Wichita?

Look for Kansas Motor Carriers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Kansas 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 Phoenix, AZ to Wichita, KS

Moving containers from Phoenix, Arizona, to Wichita, Kansas, cost between $1,210 and $4,000. 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 Phoenix typically costs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Phoenix to Wichita:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,210 - $2,165
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,468 - $3,129
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,020 - $4,000

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $76 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $152 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $707 in Phoenix, AZ, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Wichita, KS, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Phoenix to Wichita?

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 Phoenix, AZ to Wichita, KS

Plan on $695 - $1,871 for a rental moving truck on the 1,010-mile route from Phoenix, Arizona, to Wichita, Kansas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $325 - $371
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Phoenix daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Phoenix to Wichita based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $695 - $1,307
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $743 - $1,508
• 4+ bedrooms: $934 - $1,871

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 $76 and $354.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $152.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $325 and $371 for the 1,010-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 $707 for 2 movers in Phoenix, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Phoenix to Wichita?

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 Phoenix, AZ to Wichita, KS

For larger DIY moves from Phoenix, 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 Wichita, Kansas.

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 $1,222 and $2,265.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,047 - $2,006
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,222 - $2,265
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,632 - $2,980

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 $76 - $152 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 Phoenix, Arizona, typically costs $707.

What are the best freight companies from Phoenix to Wichita?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Phoenix, AZ vs Wichita, KS

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

A move from Phoenix, AZ, to Wichita, KS, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,194 - $7,698 on the 1,010-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,210 - $4,000, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $695 - $1,871. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,397 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Koch Industries and Spirit AeroSystems.