($1,076+) Indianapolis, IN to Tempe, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Indianapolis, IN to Tempe, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,691-mile move from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Tempe, Arizona, with prices running from $2,302 - $10,391. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $290 - $1,936 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Indianapolis and Tempe are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Indianapolis movers tend to run around $245 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,302 - $5,141
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,104 - $6,934
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,624 - $10,391

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 Indianapolis to Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Indianapolis, IN to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Indianapolis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tempe, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Indianapolis to Tempe?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Indianapolis, IN to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,540 and $5,386. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Tempe. If you go over that window, storage in Indianapolis adds around $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Indianapolis to Tempe:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,540 - $2,814
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,950 - $4,057
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,633 - $5,386

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Indianapolis, IN and Tempe, AZ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $678 in Indianapolis, IN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $73 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $145 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Indianapolis to Tempe?

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 Indianapolis, IN to Tempe, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,691 miles from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Tempe, Arizona, running $1,097 - $2,773. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $521 - $595
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Indianapolis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Indianapolis to Tempe based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,097 - $1,986
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,174 - $2,315
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,495 - $2,773

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 $73 and $339.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $145.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $521 and $595 for the 1,691-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 $678 for 2 movers in Indianapolis, Indiana, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Indianapolis to Tempe?

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 Indianapolis, IN to Tempe, AZ

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Indianapolis, Indiana, to Tempe, Arizona. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,638 and $3,342.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,413 - $2,455
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,638 - $3,342
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,256 - $4,308

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 $73 and $145.
• 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 Indianapolis, Indiana, for roughly five hours typically average $678.

What are the best freight companies from Indianapolis to Tempe?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. Sysco Indianapolis, LLC (4.54/5 stars): Sysco Indianapolis, LLC is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Indianapolis, IN vs Tempe, AZ

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