($789+) Lafayette, LA to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Lafayette, LA to Gilbert, AZ

Hiring full-service movers from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Gilbert, Arizona, costs between $2,262 and $9,188. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,345-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $298 - $1,984, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Lafayette and Gilbert. For a rough baseline, movers based in Lafayette tend to start around $260 plus $260/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,262 - $4,986
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,913 - $6,735
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,708 - $9,188

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 Lafayette to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Lafayette, LA to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 40% of Lafayette movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Gilbert, 66% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving 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 Lafayette, LA to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,327 and $4,677. 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 Lafayette runs about $70/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,327 - $2,306
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,695 - $3,317
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,345 - $4,677

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 $694 in Lafayette, LA. 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 $74 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $149 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 Gilbert, AZ, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Lafayette to Gilbert?

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 Lafayette, LA to Gilbert, AZ

Renting a moving truck for the 1,345-mile move from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Gilbert, Arizona, costs between $789 and $2,346, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $425 - $485
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Lafayette daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $789 - $1,632
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $880 - $1,831
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,162 - $2,346

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $425 - $485 for the 1,345-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 Lafayette, Louisiana, for about 5 hours typically costs around $694.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,345-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $149 per night, adding $298 - $446 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $50 and $298.

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

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 Lafayette, LA to Gilbert, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Lafayette, Louisiana, to Gilbert, Arizona, 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 $1,370 and $2,708.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,160 - $2,183
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,370 - $2,708
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,840 - $3,671

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 $74 and $149.
• 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 Lafayette, Louisiana, for roughly five hours typically average $694.

What are the best freight companies from Lafayette to Gilbert?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Lafayette, LA vs Gilbert, AZ

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

How you handle your interstate move from Lafayette, LA, to Gilbert, AZ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,262 - $9,188 on the 1,345-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,327 - $4,677 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $789 - $2,346 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,913 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Gilbert tend to point to quality education and fantastic weather, though high cost of living and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Gilbert Public Schools and Banner Health 2,268.