($761+) Scottsdale, AZ to Houston, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Houston, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,180-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Houston, Texas, with costs ranging from $2,138 - $8,881. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $320 - $2,132. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Scottsdale and Houston. Local movers in Scottsdale typically start around $155 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,138 - $5,420
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,916 - $6,392
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,552 - $8,881

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 Scottsdale to Houston.

Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Houston, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Scottsdale movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Houston, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Scottsdale to Houston?

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Houston, TX

Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Houston, Texas, cost between $1,337 and $4,351. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Scottsdale costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Scottsdale to Houston:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,337 - $2,528
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,690 - $3,421
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,264 - $4,351

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $80 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $160 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Houston, TX, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $746 in Scottsdale, AZ. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Scottsdale to Houston?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Houston, TX

Truck rentals from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Houston, Texas, range from $808 - $2,232 for the 1,180-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $400 - $457
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Scottsdale daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Scottsdale to Houston based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $808 - $1,464
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $805 - $1,742
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,087 - $2,232

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 $80 and $373.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $160.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $400 and $457 for the 1,180-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 $746 for 2 movers in Scottsdale, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Scottsdale to Houston?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Houston, TX

For larger DIY moves from Scottsdale, 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 Houston, Texas.

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 $1,352 and $2,818.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,110 - $2,102
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,352 - $2,818
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,720 - $3,623

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Scottsdale, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $746.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $80 - $160 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Scottsdale to Houston?

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: Scottsdale, AZ vs Houston, TX

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