($1,097+) Gilbert, AZ to Madison, WI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Gilbert, AZ to Madison, WI

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,675-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Madison, Wisconsin, with prices running from $2,492 - $10,500. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $327 - $2,180 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Gilbert and Madison are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Gilbert movers tend to run around $140 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,492 - $5,189
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,362 - $7,072
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,031 - $10,500

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 Gilbert to Madison.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Madison, WI

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Gilbert movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Madison, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Gilbert to Madison?

All three below meet the standards set by the Wisconsin Movers Association, the group most Wisconsin movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Gilbert, AZ to Madison, WI

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Madison, Wisconsin, cost between $1,586 and $5,386. 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 Gilbert typically costs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Gilbert to Madison:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,586 - $3,015
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,930 - $3,897
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,606 - $5,386

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $763 in Gilbert, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $82 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $164 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Madison, WI, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Gilbert to Madison?

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 Gilbert, AZ to Madison, WI

Plan on $1,086 - $2,890 for a rental moving truck on the 1,675-mile route from Gilbert, Arizona, to Madison, Wisconsin. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $581 - $664
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Gilbert daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Gilbert to Madison based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,086 - $2,067
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,106 - $2,387
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,495 - $2,890

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $581 - $664 for the 1,675-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 Gilbert, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $763.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,675-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $164 per night, adding $327 - $491 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $55 and $327.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Gilbert to Madison?

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 Gilbert, AZ to Madison, WI

If you're moving a larger household from Gilbert, 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 Madison, Wisconsin.

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 $1,654 and $3,053.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,413 - $2,559
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,654 - $3,053
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,192 - $4,481

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 $82 and $164.
• 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 Gilbert, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $763.

What are the best freight companies from Gilbert to Madison?

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport 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.

Cost of living: Gilbert, AZ vs Madison, WI

Good news for your budget: Madison isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Gilbert. Cost of living index runs 103 there against 113 here, and rent, income, and tax rates all fall in a comparable band. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores land in a similar range too - 29/100 and 85.23/100 here versus 50/100 and 65.43/100 there.