($1,278+) Scottsdale, AZ to Raleigh, NC Movers
Moving from Scottsdale, AZ, to Raleigh, NC, runs anywhere from $1,278 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $11,018 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,160 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 6 to 17 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 $2,415, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $11,018 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,574 - $6,106, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,278 - $3,325.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Scottsdale, AZ, to Raleigh, NC. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,267 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Raleigh, NC
Moving options from Scottsdale to Raleigh 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 $3,267 - $7,449 and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 34% 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 2,160 miles and typically takes 6 to 17 days.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,160-mile route from Scottsdale to Raleigh, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $2,415 - $5,717 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,574 - $3,155), rental truck ($1,278 - $2,444), or freight trailer ($1,505 - $2,728). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $3,267 - $7,449 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $11,018.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Raleigh, NC
Full-service movers for the 2,160-mile relocation from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Raleigh, North Carolina, cost between $2,415 and $11,018. 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 $331 - $2,204, 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 Scottsdale typically charge a base rate around $155 plus $85 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Scottsdale to Raleigh:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,415 - $5,717
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,267 - $7,449
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,581 - $11,018
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 Raleigh.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Arizona to North Carolina. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Raleigh, NC
Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Scottsdale movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Raleigh, 60% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing79% of local movers | $551 - $5,510 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready66% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Mentors Moving & Storage | $220 - $1,322/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $331 - $2,645 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage13% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs53% of local movers | $1,102 - $3,306 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,755 - $11,020 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $825 - $1,568 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items26% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Moving Team Six LLC | $1,102 - $2,755 |
| Piano | Any piano type35% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: You Move Me | $882 - $3,857 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling14% of local movers | $331 - $1,653 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect9% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Nicolosi Moving & Storage Inc. (AZ) | $716 - $2,204 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $331 - $16,530+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $331 - $3,857+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Scottsdale to Raleigh?
Look for North Carolina Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in North Carolina 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 full-service movers are the more cost-efficient choice. Local movers in Scottsdale, AZ, often charge 30% - 40% more at that distance because their operations aren't built for long-haul logistics. The exception is if you want a dedicated point-to-point truck with an average 2-day delivery, though that level of service generally increases your total cost.
Moving container costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Raleigh, NC
Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Raleigh, North Carolina, cost between $1,574 and $6,106. 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 Scottsdale typically runs around $90/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Scottsdale to Raleigh:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,574 - $3,155
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,144 - $4,252
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,942 - $6,106
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Scottsdale, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $771, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $83 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $165 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Scottsdale, AZ, and Raleigh, NC, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Arizona to North Carolina 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 $1,574. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $2,144 - $4,252.
What are the best moving containers Scottsdale to Raleigh?
- 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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale:
- B Line Movers (4.9/5), 10 years in business
- Bellhop Moving (4.2/5), 15 years in business
- Aardvark Movers Inc (4.5/5), 23 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Raleigh, NC
A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,160 miles from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Raleigh, North Carolina, running $1,278 - $3,325. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:
- Fuel for the drive: $757 - $866
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale to Raleigh based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,278 - $2,444
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,304 - $2,882
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,746 - $3,325
Pro tip: A rental truck from Scottsdale to Raleigh looks affordable at first glance, with base rates of $1,278 - $3,325. But once you factor in fuel ($757 - $866), overnight lodging ($165/night), meals, and equipment rentals, most people end up spending roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging. Building that into your budget upfront saves you from sticker shock at the end of the move.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $165 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
- Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $72 and $358 to your total.
- Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
- Gas: Plan on spending $757 - $866 in fuel for the 2,160-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
- Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $771 in Scottsdale, Arizona, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Scottsdale to Raleigh?
- 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Raleigh, NC
Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Raleigh, North Carolina, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.
What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,698 and $3,682.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Scottsdale to Raleigh:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,505 - $2,728
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,698 - $3,682
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,330 - $4,505
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
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 $83 and $165.
- 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 Scottsdale, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $771.
What are the best freight companies from Scottsdale to Raleigh?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Raleigh 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: Scottsdale, AZ vs Raleigh, NC
Good news for your budget: Raleigh isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Scottsdale. Cost of living index runs 106 there against 113 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 32/100 and 74.2/100 here versus 31/100 and 60.13/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Raleigh, NC to Scottsdale, AZ guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Arizona to North Carolina 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 242 movers in our Arizona network to compare for this 2,160-mile move.
Our take
The 2,160-mile move from Scottsdale, AZ, to Raleigh, NC, costs between $2,415 and $11,018 with full-service movers, $1,574 - $6,106 with a moving container, and $1,278 - $3,325 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 $3,267 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.
Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Raleigh tend to point to exceptional beauty and ample economic opportunity, though high cost of living and quiet nightlife come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include State of North Carolina and WakeMed.
FAQs: Moving from Scottsdale, AZ, to Raleigh, NC
How walkable is Raleigh?
Raleigh has a walkability score of 31 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 39, compared to 32 and 56 in Scottsdale. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What are the best neighborhoods in Raleigh?
For families, Oakwood, Cameron Village, and Boylan Heights are worth a look in Raleigh. If you're moving solo or without kids, Central Raleigh, Five Points, and North Raleigh tend to be popular picks instead.
How do I know a mover is licensed in North Carolina?
For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT).
What do local movers charge in Scottsdale?
Local movers based in Scottsdale typically start around $155 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 Raleigh run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What percentage of Scottsdale movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 35% of movers in Scottsdale handle piano moves, and 26% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.