($975+) Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL Movers
Moving from Tucson, AZ, to Huntsville, AL, runs anywhere from $965 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $10,770 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,619 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,293, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $10,770 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,535 - $5,348, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $965 - $2,919.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Tucson, AZ, to Huntsville, AL. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,067 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL
Moving options from Tucson to Huntsville fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move on this route costs $3,067 - $7,401 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, while rental trucks land about 60% less, though both require you to load the truck or container yourself. This route spans 1,619 miles and typically takes 4 to 15 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,619-mile route from Tucson to Huntsville, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $2,293 - $5,531, container $1,535 - $2,690, rental truck $965 - $2,026, freight trailer $1,368 - $2,598.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $3,067 - $7,401, container $1,886 - $3,957, rental truck $1,032 - $2,295, freight trailer $1,555 - $3,009.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $6,023 - $10,770, container $2,545 - $5,348, rental truck $1,439 - $2,919, freight trailer $2,099 - $4,027.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL
Full-service movers for the 1,619-mile relocation from Tucson, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, cost between $2,293 and $10,770. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $287 - $1,916, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Tucson typically charge a base rate around $160 plus $85 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Tucson to Huntsville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,293 - $5,531
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,067 - $7,401
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,023 - $10,770
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 Huntsville.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Arizona to Alabama. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
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Specialty moving services from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL
Specialty needs vary by market — 92% of Tucson movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Huntsville, 88% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $479 - $4,790 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready92% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Nicolosi Moving & Storage Inc. | $192 - $1,150/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $287 - $2,299 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage23% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs69% of local movers | $958 - $2,874 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,395 - $9,580 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $718 - $1,363 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items62% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Nicolosi Moving & Storage Inc. | $958 - $2,395 |
| Piano | Any piano type77% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Nicolosi Moving & Storage Inc. | $766 - $3,353 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling31% of local movers | $287 - $1,437 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect31% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Nicolosi Moving & Storage Inc. | $623 - $1,916 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $287 - $14,370+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $287 - $3,353+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Tucson to Huntsville?
Look for Alabama Trucking Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Alabama beyond this list.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Tucson, AZ. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL
Moving containers from Tucson, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, cost between $1,535 and $5,348. 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 Huntsville. If you go over that window, storage in Tucson adds around $90/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tucson to Huntsville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,535 - $2,690
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,886 - $3,957
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,545 - $5,348
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tucson, AZ and Huntsville, 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 $671 in Tucson, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $72 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $144 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Arizona to Alabama move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,535. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,886 - $3,957, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Tucson to Huntsville?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Tucson to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Tucson:
- Nicolosi Moving & Storage Inc. (4.7/5), 37 years in business
- Abba & Sons Moving LLC (4.7/5), 17 years in business
- E-Z Move (4.4/5), 26 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,619 miles from Tucson, Arizona, to Huntsville, Alabama, running $965 - $2,919. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $494 - $564
- Daily insurance: $29/day
- Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
- Tucson daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tucson to Huntsville based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $965 - $2,026
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,032 - $2,295
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,439 - $2,919
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $965 - $2,919 does not include fuel ($494 - $564) , lodging ($144/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Tucson to Huntsville typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.
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 $72 and $335.
- Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $144.
- Gas: Expect fuel to run between $494 and $564 for the 1,619-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 $671 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 Huntsville?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Huntsville, AL
For larger DIY moves from Tucson, 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 Huntsville, Alabama.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,555 and $3,009.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Tucson to Huntsville:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,368 - $2,598
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,555 - $3,009
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,099 - $4,027
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
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 $72 - $144 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Tucson, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $671.
What are the best freight companies from Tucson to Huntsville?
- 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.
- 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.
- Cti, Inc. (4.84/5 stars): Cti, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Huntsville fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Tucson, AZ vs Huntsville, AL
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Tucson and Huntsville to plan around. Cost of living index: 97 vs. 94. Average rent: $1,295/mo vs. $1,409/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 43 vs. 24. Safety index: 45.57 vs. 57.45.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Huntsville, AL to Tucson, AZ guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Arizona to Alabama over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 97 movers in our Arizona network to compare for this 1,619-mile move.
Our take
The 1,619-mile move from Tucson, AZ, to Huntsville, AL, costs between $2,293 and $10,770 with full-service movers, $1,535 - $5,348 with a moving container, and $965 - $2,919 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,067 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Qualitest Pharmaceuticals and Huntsville Hospital.
FAQs: Moving from Tucson, AZ, to Huntsville, AL
How long does a move from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What do local movers charge in Tucson?
Local movers based in Tucson typically start around $160 as a base rate, plus $85/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Huntsville run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
How much does it cost to move from Tucson, AZ to Huntsville, AL?
Costs on this route range from around $2,293 to $10,770, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,293 and $10,770, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
How walkable is Huntsville?
Huntsville has a walkability score of 24 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 40, compared to 43 and 66 in Tucson. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What percentage of Tucson movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 77% of movers in Tucson handle piano moves, and 62% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
