($1,046+) Tempe, AZ to Montgomery, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,707-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Montgomery, Alabama, with costs ranging from $2,285 - $10,687. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $298 - $1,988. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tempe and Montgomery. Local movers in Tempe typically start around $200 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,285 - $5,417
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,450 - $7,692
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,031 - $10,687

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 Tempe to Montgomery.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Montgomery, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

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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 Tempe, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Montgomery, Alabama, cost between $1,490 and $5,542. 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 Montgomery. If you go over that window, storage in Tempe adds around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,490 - $2,808
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,023 - $3,889
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,816 - $5,542

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 Tempe, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $696, 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 $75 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $149 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Tempe, AZ, and Montgomery, AL, 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.

What are the best moving containers Tempe to Montgomery?

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 Tempe, AZ to Montgomery, AL

A rental truck for this 1,707-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Montgomery, Alabama, costs between $1,004 and $2,986. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $540 - $617
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Tempe daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,004 - $2,052
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,121 - $2,466
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,470 - $2,986

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $149 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 Tempe, Arizona, usually costs about $696 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,707-mile drive falls between $540 and $617, 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 $50 and $298 to your total.

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

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 Tempe, AZ to Montgomery, AL

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tempe, Arizona, to Montgomery, Alabama, 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. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,572 and $3,175.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,327 - $2,528
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,572 - $3,175
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,210 - $4,564

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 $75 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 Tempe, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $696.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Montgomery?

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: Tempe, AZ vs Montgomery, AL

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