($900+) Tucson, AZ to Montgomery, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tucson, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,602-mile move from Tucson, Arizona, to Montgomery, Alabama, with costs ranging from $2,275 - $9,577. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $269 - $1,796. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tucson and Montgomery. Local movers in Tucson typically start around $160 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,275 - $5,216
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,073 - $6,913
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,248 - $9,577

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 Tucson to Montgomery.

Specialty moving services from Tucson, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Specialty needs vary by market: 48% of Tucson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Montgomery, 58% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Alabama are typically members of the Alabama Trucking Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

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 Tucson, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Moving containers from Tucson, Arizona, to Montgomery, Alabama, cost between $1,462 and $4,945. 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 Tucson typically runs around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,462 - $2,643
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,761 - $3,880
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,426 - $4,945

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tucson, AZ and Montgomery, AL. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $629 in Tucson, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $67 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $135 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Tucson to Montgomery?

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 Tucson, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Renting a moving truck for the 1,602-mile move from Tucson, Arizona, to Montgomery, Alabama, costs between $900 and $2,620, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $458 - $523
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Tucson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $900 - $1,820
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $974 - $2,121
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,228 - $2,620

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 $67 and $314.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $135.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $458 and $523 for the 1,602-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 $629 for 2 movers in Tucson, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tucson to Montgomery?

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 Tucson, AZ to Montgomery, AL

If you're moving a larger household from Tucson, 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 Montgomery, Alabama.

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 $1,496 and $2,927.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,278 - $2,403
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,496 - $2,927
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,999 - $3,877

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 Tucson, Arizona, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $629.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $67 and $135 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Tucson to Montgomery?

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: Tucson, AZ vs Montgomery, AL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Montgomery, side by side with Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ, to Montgomery, AL, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,275 for a studio to $9,577 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,602-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,462 - $4,945. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $900 - $2,620, 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 $3,073 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Alfa and Colonial Banc Group.