($1,337+) Newark, NJ to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Newark, NJ to Phoenix, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Newark, New Jersey, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $2,349 and $11,921. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,397-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $379 - $2,524, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Newark and Phoenix. For a rough baseline, movers based in Newark tend to start around $260 plus $120/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,349 - $5,693
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,433 - $7,559
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,650 - $11,921

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 Newark to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Newark, NJ to Phoenix, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 94% of Newark movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Phoenix, 85% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving 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 Newark, NJ to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Newark, New Jersey, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,766 and $6,442. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Newark runs about $130/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,766 - $3,415
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,336 - $5,093
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,278 - $6,442

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Newark, NJ and Phoenix, AZ. 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 $883 in Newark, NJ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $95 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $189 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 Newark to Phoenix?

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 Newark, NJ to Phoenix, AZ

Renting a moving truck for the 2,397-mile move from Newark, New Jersey, to Phoenix, Arizona, costs between $1,421 and $4,131, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $963 - $1,100
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Newark daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,421 - $2,831
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,509 - $3,111
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,982 - $4,131

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $963 - $1,100 for the 2,397-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 Newark, New Jersey, for about 5 hours typically costs around $883.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,397-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $189 per night, adding $379 - $568 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $63 and $379.

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

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 Newark, NJ to Phoenix, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Newark, New Jersey, 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 Phoenix, Arizona.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $2,002 and $3,759.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,690 - $3,233
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,002 - $3,759
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,518 - $5,584

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $95 - $189 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Newark, New Jersey, for about five hours typically runs $883.

What are the best freight companies from Newark to Phoenix?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. Freehold Cartage, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Freehold Cartage, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Newark, NJ vs Phoenix, AZ

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