($646+) Mesa, AZ to Laredo, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Mesa, AZ to Laredo, TX

For the 1,034-mile move from Mesa, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, full-service movers cost between $2,153 and $8,235. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $302 - $2,012 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Mesa generally start around $175 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,153 - $5,039
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,590 - $6,078
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,100 - $8,235

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 Mesa to Laredo.

Specialty moving services from Mesa, AZ to Laredo, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Mesa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally.

What are the best full-service movers from Mesa to Laredo?

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 Mesa, AZ to Laredo, TX

Moving containers from Mesa, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, cost between $1,126 and $4,076. 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 Mesa costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Mesa to Laredo:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,126 - $2,161
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,569 - $2,828
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,056 - $4,076

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $75 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $151 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Laredo, 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 $704 in Mesa, 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 Mesa to Laredo?

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 Mesa, AZ to Laredo, TX

Truck rentals from Mesa, Arizona, to Laredo, Texas, range from $646 - $1,867 for the 1,034-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $331 - $378
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Mesa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Mesa to Laredo based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $646 - $1,214
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $728 - $1,445
• 4+ bedrooms: $868 - $1,867

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $151 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 $65 and $327 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $331 - $378 in fuel for the 1,034-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $704 in Mesa, Arizona, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Mesa to Laredo?

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 Mesa, AZ to Laredo, TX

For larger DIY moves from Mesa, 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 Laredo, 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 a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,171 and $2,404.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,035 - $1,829
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,171 - $2,404
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,629 - $3,292

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 $75 - $151 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Mesa, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $704.

What are the best freight companies from Mesa to Laredo?

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.

Cost of living: Mesa, AZ vs Laredo, TX

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

Our take

For a move from Mesa, AZ, to Laredo, TX, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,153 for a studio to $8,235 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,034-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,126 - $4,076. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $646 - $1,867, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,590 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Laredo tend to point to delicious Mexican food and culture rich, though limited recreational opportunities and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include United independent school District and Laredo independent school District.