($807+) Phoenix, AZ to Omaha, NE Movers

Full-service moving costs from Phoenix, AZ to Omaha, NE

Full-service movers for the 1,300-mile relocation from Phoenix, Arizona, to Omaha, Nebraska, cost between $2,187 and $9,007. 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 $313 - $2,084, 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 Phoenix typically charge a base rate around $140 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,187 - $5,274
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,861 - $6,901
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,035 - $9,007

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 Phoenix to Omaha.

Specialty moving services from Phoenix, AZ to Omaha, NE

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

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

Movers licensed to operate in Nebraska are typically members of the Nebraska Trucking 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 Phoenix, AZ to Omaha, NE

Moving containers from Phoenix, Arizona, to Omaha, Nebraska, cost between $1,315 and $4,536. 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 Phoenix runs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,315 - $2,523
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,712 - $3,379
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,441 - $4,536

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 $729 in Phoenix, 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 $78 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $156 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 Omaha, NE, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Phoenix to Omaha?

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 Phoenix, AZ to Omaha, NE

A rental truck for this 1,300-mile move from Phoenix, Arizona, to Omaha, Nebraska, costs between $892 and $2,401. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $431 - $493
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Phoenix daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $892 - $1,704
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $872 - $1,872
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,108 - $2,401

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $156 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Phoenix, Arizona, usually costs about $729 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,300-mile drive falls between $431 and $493, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $52 and $313 to your total.

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

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 Phoenix, AZ to Omaha, NE

For larger DIY moves from Phoenix, 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 Omaha, Nebraska.

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 $1,369 and $2,732.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,255 - $2,271
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,369 - $2,732
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,802 - $3,703

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $78 - $156 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Phoenix, Arizona, typically costs $729.

What are the best freight companies from Phoenix to Omaha?

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: Phoenix, AZ vs Omaha, NE

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